The relative wealth and high education levels of Indian immigrants, among other factors, have propelled a rapid political ascent for the second and third generations. Read more at straitstimes.com.
WASHINGTON – In 2013, the House of Representatives had a single Indian American member. Fewer than 10 Indian Americans were serving in state legislatures. None had been elected to the Senate. None had run for president.
Most Indian American voters are Democrats, and it is an open question how much of their support Ms Haley might muster. In the past, when Indian Americans have run as Republicans, they have rarely talked much about their family histories, but Ms Haley is emphasising her background. “It’s really all working in tandem,” said Mr Raj Goyle, a former state lawmaker in Kansas who co-founded Impact. “There’s a natural trend, society is more accepting, and there is deliberate political strategy to make it happen.”
Since then, the number in state legislatures has more than tripled. In February, the four House members – who call themselves the Samosa Caucus – were joined by Representative Shri Thanedar of Michigan.
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