On the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975, Lan Diep emphasized that Black April should not be viewed as a success story for Vietnamese Americans. Instead, it serves as a reminder of the rejection of communism which remains relevant today. Despite the thriving Vietnamese community in San Jose, the largest outside Vietnam, many still aspire for their homeland to experience freedom from communist rule, showcasing the enduring resilience and hope of the diaspora.
"Black April is not a time for glorifying successes and contributions to America. This is about why do we exist in America at all? It's because we rejected Communism. That reason still exists and we should be calling the world's attention to it."
"While the community has succeeded in the U.S., many still dream of seeing Vietnam freed from communism."
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