''Asian Fortune'' is an Asian American interest

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newspaper published in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area. Founded in 1993, its circulation is 35,000 with 800 outlets in the region. It claims to be the only English language newspaper serving the entire

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community, including East Asians, South East Asians, and South Asians. The newspaper's focus and tone is

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ism. The newspaper covers everything from local news and politics, arts and entertainment, and food and dining.

History

''Asian Fortune'' was founded in 1993 by Asian American publisher Jay Chen. When he died in 2011, his daughter Lily Chen became the publisher.

Past Columnists

* T Quynh Nguyen, “Real Estate Columnist” * Jenny Chen, "Youth Voices" * Lily Qi, "Qulture Matters" * Sharon Heffley, "Speaking Successfully"

External links

Official Website
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