#55: A mass shooting sent shockwaves through the Asian American community of Monterey Park on the eve of Lunar New Year. Ten people died, and more are still being treated for their injuries. The tragedy left residents wondering how such a horrible event could happen in an otherwise idyllic example of what an immigrant enclave can be.
Today on HTLA, we want to take some time to talk about the history and cultures of Monterey Park. We're asking experts and residents what this community means to them, and what it will take to move forward.
Guests: Josie Huang, Asian American communities reporter for LAist; Yong Chen, professor of history at University of California, Irvine