I thought we were getting away from the racial/ethnic bean counting thing. Of course, “first Fil-Am whatever” sounds more original than “twenty-seven thousandth New York lawyer whatever.” Why, it might almost give the impression that there’s something different, rather than oh-so-same, about Mr. Conway’s prospective appointment.
I thought the same thing then looked at the article. It’s from the Manila Bulletin, so they are touting someone of their heritage. I’ll give them a pass.