Indian Americans have achieved historic representation in the U.S. Congress.
In 2016, Kamala Harris made history as the first Indian American to be elected to the United States Senate. In 2020, she became the first woman and first person of color in U.S. history to serve as Vice President of the United States.The growing size and influence of the Indian American community across the country is one commonly cited reason.
Moreover, the evolving cultural and demographic diversity of the U.S. has led to a growing recognition that a representative government is better equipped to address the unique challenges faced by various communities and be more responsive to their unique needs when it looks like the constituents it represents.
The success of Indian American politicians also serves as an inspiration for future generations, encouraging them to pursue careers in public service and strengthening the fabric of the country along with its democratic institutions. “The more common Indian American faces become in Congress and in public service generally, the more inspired others have become to run,” Bera adds.every year across the country at all levels of government.
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