At the time, there were concerns about losing the identity of Tibet. |
We didn't want to isolate ourselves. We tried to be accepted by society. We wanted our people to consider Minnesota home. But we want them to follow the example of His Holiness [the Dalai Lama] and to tell the people of Minnesota our story, the story of Tibet. |
We're not only keeping Tibetan culture and beliefs, but we have great respect for the society in which we live. |