The main factor is name familiarity. You know, we've been here so long under that name. Asahara agrees with the distinction the state senators would now make. But it's not o.k. As for making the distinction into official state policy, another Asian concept will be needed.
Supporters have to find a way for their conservative colleagues to 'save face'.
Colville Republican Cathy McMorris is struggling to find a graceful resolution. It's been difficult in the sense that it has been made to be a big issue. I honestly wasn't aware of how sensitive an issue this was to some people. It's there among affirmative action categories, and a few odder places including the official description of the state seal. Betcha you didn't know the background behind George Washington's profile should be oriental blue.