Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi weighed in on the major influence that Indian Americans can have in the upcoming US presidential elections. He said that their votes might determine the election results both in key states and nationwide.
Krishnamoorthi mentioned that the Indian-American community prefers leaders who focus on practical solutions rather than ideology, and who work towards ensuring everyone can achieve the American dream.
He told ANI, “The community is looking for practical problem-solving leaders, people who put ideology aside and are principled about making sure that everyone can enjoy the American dream as long as they work hard, play by the rules and try to help their country.”
Indian Americans are present in substantial numbers in crucial swing states like Michigan, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. Krishnamoorthi emphasised that in these states, the Indian-American voters could significantly influence the election outcome due to their sizable population.
He said, “In some of the swing states, whether it’s Michigan, North Carolina or Pennsylvania, the Indian Americans are now in the tens if not hundreds or thousands of voters. The margin in each of these states was significantly smaller than that. So arguably the Indian American vote has a chance to tip the election in each of these states and collectively for the country so long as Indian Americans vote.”
A survey of a leading think-tank revealed that about 60 percent of eligible Indian-American voters plan to support Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, while around 30 percent intend to vote for former President Donald Trump. This survey indicates a slight shift in the community’s support towards the Republicans.
Milan Vaishnav, from Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, also pointed out the importance of states like Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Georgia, and Michigan. He said that these states have enough Indian-American voters to surpass the margin between the two presidential nominees.
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