Col(r) Wes Hallman was sworn in on August 8, 2022 as the newest member of the San Gabriel Valley Lodge of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance (CACA). “I am incredibly proud and humbled to be accepted as a member of this important and historic organization dedicated to empowering the Chinese

American community while sweeping away prejudices and guaranteeing that the ideals and opportunities of America encompass us all. CACA’s stated purpose of practicing and protecting American citizenship and patriotism is something we should all embrace to better our communities and ultimately our nation.” Wes looks forward to participating in CACA activities that do exactly that.