Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi expressed confidence in Vice President Kamala Harris's chances in the upcoming presidential elections. He predicted a close race but believes Harris will ultimately win.
Krishnamoorthi told ANI, "It's going to be an extremely close election. I think that she's going to ultimately prevail. But as you know, we're going to be looking at six or seven states very closely on election night. Some of those results may not roll in entirely on election night. We're also going to have to be patient as votes get counted. We just have to counsel patience."
Discussing the impact of the elections on India-US relations, Krishnamoorthi noted Harris’s Indian heritage through her mother. He suggested that as the first 'Desi' President, Harris would strengthen ties between the two countries. He contrasted this with a potential Donald Trump presidency, which he said would focus more on a transactional foreign policy.
Krishnamoorthi emphasized that regardless of the election's outcome, the relationship between India and the US is growing stronger. He stated, "About India, regardless of who is elected as the president, the relationship with India is growing stronger. Kamala Harris, as the first 'Desi' President of the United States, would help to strengthen those bonds."
A meme associating Kamala Harris's name with the words "lotus" in Sanskrit and "POTUS" in America has been popular on social media, highlighting the community's interest in her candidacy.
The Indian American community, now the second largest immigrant group in the US, has a significant presence in states like Texas and Georgia. However, a survey by the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace showed that Harris might receive fewer votes from the community compared to President Joe Biden in 2020. About 61 percent of respondents indicated they would vote for Harris, a drop from the 2020 election.
The survey also noted a slight increase in support for the Republican nominee, Donald Trump. The percentage of Indian Americans identifying as Democrats also decreased from 56 percent in 2020 to 47 percent.
It revealed that approximately 61 percent of respondents from the community plan to vote for Harris, indicating a decrease of nearly 4 percent compared to the last presidential election in 2020. There has been a decline in the community's attachment to Harris's party as well, with 47 per cent of respondents identifying as Democrats, down from 56 per cent in 2020.
Krishnamoorthi highlighted the influence of Indian American voters in the upcoming elections. He emphasized that while there will be diverse opinions, certain beliefs unify the community. He stated, "I still think that Indian Americans believe in a few things that unify us as a community."
He mentioned that the community supports a legal immigration system and advocates for public education and entrepreneurship. He urged Indian Americans to hold their elected officials accountable for these principles.
He stated that if Donald Trump returns to the office, his presidency will likely be marked by a transactional foreign policy in which public disagreements over trade and market access will need to be balanced against strategic priorities.
Harris, in contrast, in the same way as President Joseph Biden, will be more dedicated towards strategic convergences, viewing India as the ideal counterbalance to China and ensuring that differences do not escalate into significant divides.
However, many, including the Congressman, predict that both candidates will advocate for a strong India-US relationship.
"About India, regardless of who is elected as the president, the relationship with India is growing stronger. It's covering more subjects, it's growing deeper. It's going to go to higher heights over time. Kamala Harris, as the first 'Desi' President of the United States, would help to strengthen those bonds. She's visited India so many times as a child and a young adult, given that her mom came from India and instilled those values," Krishnamoorthi said in an interview with ANI.
The researchers also noted "a modest shift in the community's preferences", with a slight increase in the willingness to vote for the Republican nominee, former President Donald Trump.
Talking about unifying principles, he said that the community supports a legal immigration system seeking elected officials to advocate for reforms in this area. He emphasized belief in public education, noting that most community members are products of it and see it as the gateway to the American dream.
He also highlighted the importance of entrepreneurship and small business innovation, aiming to ensure that the country remains a place where entrepreneurs can start their ventures, succeed, and contribute to their communities.
These principles, he said, are widely shared among Indian Americans, and he hopes they will hold their elected officials accountable for upholding them.
(With inputs from ANI)
Krishnamoorthi told ANI, "It's going to be an extremely close election. I think that she's going to ultimately prevail. But as you know, we're going to be looking at six or seven states very closely on election night. Some of those results may not roll in entirely on election night. We're also going to have to be patient as votes get counted. We just have to counsel patience."
Discussing the impact of the elections on India-US relations, Krishnamoorthi noted Harris’s Indian heritage through her mother. He suggested that as the first 'Desi' President, Harris would strengthen ties between the two countries. He contrasted this with a potential Donald Trump presidency, which he said would focus more on a transactional foreign policy.
Krishnamoorthi emphasized that regardless of the election's outcome, the relationship between India and the US is growing stronger. He stated, "About India, regardless of who is elected as the president, the relationship with India is growing stronger. Kamala Harris, as the first 'Desi' President of the United States, would help to strengthen those bonds."
A meme associating Kamala Harris's name with the words "lotus" in Sanskrit and "POTUS" in America has been popular on social media, highlighting the community's interest in her candidacy.
The Indian American community, now the second largest immigrant group in the US, has a significant presence in states like Texas and Georgia. However, a survey by the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace showed that Harris might receive fewer votes from the community compared to President Joe Biden in 2020. About 61 percent of respondents indicated they would vote for Harris, a drop from the 2020 election.
The survey also noted a slight increase in support for the Republican nominee, Donald Trump. The percentage of Indian Americans identifying as Democrats also decreased from 56 percent in 2020 to 47 percent.
It revealed that approximately 61 percent of respondents from the community plan to vote for Harris, indicating a decrease of nearly 4 percent compared to the last presidential election in 2020. There has been a decline in the community's attachment to Harris's party as well, with 47 per cent of respondents identifying as Democrats, down from 56 per cent in 2020.
Krishnamoorthi highlighted the influence of Indian American voters in the upcoming elections. He emphasized that while there will be diverse opinions, certain beliefs unify the community. He stated, "I still think that Indian Americans believe in a few things that unify us as a community."
He mentioned that the community supports a legal immigration system and advocates for public education and entrepreneurship. He urged Indian Americans to hold their elected officials accountable for these principles.
He stated that if Donald Trump returns to the office, his presidency will likely be marked by a transactional foreign policy in which public disagreements over trade and market access will need to be balanced against strategic priorities.
Harris, in contrast, in the same way as President Joseph Biden, will be more dedicated towards strategic convergences, viewing India as the ideal counterbalance to China and ensuring that differences do not escalate into significant divides.
However, many, including the Congressman, predict that both candidates will advocate for a strong India-US relationship.
"About India, regardless of who is elected as the president, the relationship with India is growing stronger. It's covering more subjects, it's growing deeper. It's going to go to higher heights over time. Kamala Harris, as the first 'Desi' President of the United States, would help to strengthen those bonds. She's visited India so many times as a child and a young adult, given that her mom came from India and instilled those values," Krishnamoorthi said in an interview with ANI.
The researchers also noted "a modest shift in the community's preferences", with a slight increase in the willingness to vote for the Republican nominee, former President Donald Trump.
Talking about unifying principles, he said that the community supports a legal immigration system seeking elected officials to advocate for reforms in this area. He emphasized belief in public education, noting that most community members are products of it and see it as the gateway to the American dream.
He also highlighted the importance of entrepreneurship and small business innovation, aiming to ensure that the country remains a place where entrepreneurs can start their ventures, succeed, and contribute to their communities.
These principles, he said, are widely shared among Indian Americans, and he hopes they will hold their elected officials accountable for upholding them.
(With inputs from ANI)
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