San Jose formally apologizes to Chinese community for its history of anti-Chinese policies, discrimination

“This is a resolution of the Council of the City of San Jose apologizing to Chinese immigrants and their descendants for acts of fundamental injustice and discrimination,” Mayor Sam Liccardo read to the dozens of Chinese Americans, allies and public officials gathered in downtown on Wednesday.

The resolution, passed unanimously by the city council Tuesday evening, continued, “seeking forgiveness and committing to the rectification of past policies and misdeeds.”