Flags are similar; so is the danger in a ban on burning

Commentary
By POH SI TENG
Published in the Duluth News Tribune
July 5, 2006

Old Glory and “Jalur Gemilang”
The flag’s red and white stripes represent the total number of states and federal territories. And the dark blue field on the top left corner symbolizes unity among the country’s different ethnic groups.
Never knew that?
That’s OK, because I’m not referring to [...]

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Time spent in Minneapolis changes visitor’s notions about heartland America

Commentary
By POH SI TENG
Published in the Duluth News Tribune
Nov. 13, 2005
On his visit to China this week, Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty is leading an entourage of 218, including government officials, business leaders and students from a variety of backgrounds hailing from across the state. He’ll need that support if he wants to bring an accurate [...]

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COMMENTARY: U.S. employs double standard as it determines ‘refugee’ status

Commentary
By POH SI TENG
Published in the Duluth News Tribune – Duluth, Minnesota
Sept. 14, 2005
Without warning, entire cities were swept and submerged in water. The catastrophic furor left thousands dead and many more displaced. Those who were alive had to seek safe shelter on higher ground or in neighboring states. They became refugees overnight.
Yes, “refugees.”
However, I’m [...]

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