Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Michael Fong

For Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, AFL-CIO is spotlighting various Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders who have worked and continue to work at the intersection of civil and labor rights in the United States. Today's profile is Michael Fong of the Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE).

Michael Fong worked as a co-costume designer on two seasons of “Doogie Kameāloha, M.D.” for Disney+. In the future, Fong hopes to create a program that helps connect LGBTQ+ youth and educate them about what a career in Hawaii’s film and television industry is like. “I have learned a lot from my fellow union members about working in the entertainment industry,” he said. “Being in the union is like being a part of a family.”

Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 05/13/2026 - 10:10

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Profiles: Paul Snow

For Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, AFL-CIO is spotlighting various Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders who have worked and continue to work at the intersection of civil and labor rights in the United States. Today's profile is Paul Snow of the Nevada State AFL-CIO.

Paul Snow has been a Teamster since 2018 and is a guest service ambassador at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Snow fights for working people across Las Vegas and sits on the board of Teamsters of Nevada. Passionate about electing pro-labor candidates, he canvasses and phone banks during every election cycle to ensure Nevada’s working-class families prosper.

Kenneth Quinnell Tue, 05/12/2026 - 11:15