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xao chua ngot), and stir-fried beef
(thit bo xao) are other popular
dishes. (Refer to http://www.ev-
eryculture.com/multi/Sr-Z/Viet-
namese-Americans.html for more
information.)
Family loyalty, the most impor-
tant Vietnamese characteristic, is
the foundation of adapting to the
American culture of the nuclear
family while maintaining close
ties with extended families.
Although assimilated into Ameri-
can culture, Vietnamese Ameri-
cans have preserved their culture
and traditions by teaching their
children the Vietnamese language,
respect for elders, being good par-
ents, wearing traditional dress for
special occasions, veneration of
the dead, and showcasing their
cuisine in restaurants throughout
the country.
Although Vietnamese Americans
predominantly practice Buddhism
(43%), Taoism, and Confucianism,
29 to 40% are Roman Catholic.
Observing mostly Pure Land and
Zen doctrines and practices, there
are 150 to 165 Vietnamese Bud-
dhist temples in the United States.
Most of the temples are in con-
verted houses with one or two
resident monks or nuns.
This month, we celebrate with ap-
preciation the many contributions
of our Vietnamese American com-
munity.
Coming May 25th
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Written by:
Susanne Rothschild,
MBA, PMP
President, The
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