Several Indian Americans at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois, praised Democratic Presidential Nominee, Kamala Harris for her vision and commitment to safeguarding communities, voicing their support for her bid to the White House.
Congressman Shri Thanedar from Michigan said, “Kamala Harris made a strong case for why she should be the next President. Kamala hit it out of the park. Her best speech ever, she showed America what a strong leader she is,” adding “Her love for her country was so obvious. She talked about the future in a unifying manner. She showed compassion, common sense, pragmatism and outlined her ability to be a tough leader.”
Rep. Thanedar noted that the energy at DNC was “at a fever pitch,” highlighting the strong support from people across Michigan for the nomination of Harris.
He emphasized that the “real work begins,” now and as a member of Congress, he promised to work with dedication to send Harris to the White House.
“When we fight as one country, we win. When we fight as one team, we win,” said Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi during his address at DNC.
Lieutenant Governor of Maryland, Aruna Miller, expressed, “Maryland is in the house,” to support Harris and Walz adding “I am ready to get to work for this team.”
Mayor of Cincinnati, Aftab Pureval, said, “44 years ago, my parents left Tibet, and India, and everything they knew. They traveled across the world because they believed in the promise of America. Last night, I took the stage at the DNC to help elect the first Indian and Black woman to serve as our nation’s President.”
Ashwin Ramaswami, a candidate for GA State Senate District 48, remarked, “What a week. What a candidate. Let’s make history,” urging support for Harris.
Dr. Vin Gupta, a professor at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, and a media analyst praised Harris for her messages “on treating others with kindness, generosity and respect.” He noted that empathy is a central theme of this DNC and one that Harris embodies.
Indian American Impact, an organization which helps elevate the voice of Indian and South Asians, stressed, “The heart-wrenching stories of gun violence shared,” at the Convention reminded that “action is overdue. We need common sense gun reform now, and Harris is committed to safeguarding our communities.”
Executive Director of Indian American Impact, Chintan Patel, said “American story, just as our story is an American story. As Vice President Harris accepts the nomination and shoulders the hopes of millions of Americans tonight,” adding he is dedicated to working tirelessly every day, taking action to support her victory this November, and supporting her efforts to deliver “for our families, for our democracy, and for our country.”
President and CEO of Reproductive Freedom for All, Mini Timmaraju, said, “Across the country, reproductive freedom voters mobilized, knocked on doors, showed up at the polls, and collected signatures to put abortion on the ballot in their home states. If Republican lawmakers come for our rights, we’re going to come roaring back.”
