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Teresita Ang-See

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Teresita Barraca Ang-See (Chinese: 洪玉華[1]; pinyin: Hong Yuhua[2]) is Filipino civic leader and activist who focuses on issues affecting the Chinese Filipino community.


Quotes

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  • We were forced by sheer necessity to give a face, a voice to the community’s trauma and fears.
  • Peace is a condition where people can work effectively together, understand one another, regardless of race, creed, beliefs and tradition.
  • Chinese Filipinos have long been part of the social fabric of the Philippines, contributing to its culture, economy, and progress. We share the same dreams and aspirations as every other Filipino, seeking peace and prosperity for our nation.
  • Chinese Filipinos are Filipinos at heart. Our loyalty and love for the Philippines run deep. We cherish the harmony and unity that define our nation, and we firmly believe that peaceful dialogue and cooperation are the paths to resolving any disputes.
  • The success of integration is when Tsinoys no longer separate themselves from mainstream national concerns.
  • There is and should be no contradiction between being comfortable in our primary identity as Filipinos, yet recognizing our Tsinoy roots and heritage.
  • Our blood may be Chinese, but our roots grow deep in Philippine soil, our bonds are with the Filipino people.
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