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While Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders comprise just 4% of North Carolina's population, their numbers and political power are growing rapidly. Across the state, AAPI advocates are empowering their communities to speak up and participate during this election year.

While Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders comprise just 4% of North Carolina's population, their numbers and political power are growing rapidly. Across the state, AAPI advocates are empowering their communities to speak up and participate during this election year.

While Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders comprise just 4% of North Carolina's population, their numbers and political power are growing rapidly. Across the state, AAPI advocates are empowering their communities to speak up and participate during this election year.

Local news from StateCollege.com and Centre County Partners. Read about Underground Tufting Brings Custom Do-It-Yourself Rugs to Downtown State College and more from the State College, PA region

After a trip to New York City in 2019, student Sichen Shao knew he had to bring Underground Tufting to State College.