Governor's Controversial Remarks on Journalist's Nationality Leave Local Reporter Stunned

Nebraska journalist Yanqi Xu expresses shock and hurt after Governor Jim Pillen made derogatory comments about her nationality, referring to her as being from "communist China" in response to her reporting on high nitrate levels found on his hog farms. Xu, who moved to the US six years ago and holds a master's degree in journalism, feels hurt by the governor's remarks and calls for a meeting to discuss the issue. The Asian American Journalists Association stands with Xu and denounces statements that fuel xenophobia or prejudice. Xu encourages people to find common ground and get to know their neighbors, regardless of their background.