Indian American Congressman Shri Thanidhar Raja Krishnamoorthi has vowed to fight back anti-India and anti-immigrant hatred in the United States, urging Indian-Americans to play a greater role in public life by contesting elections at all levels.The Democratic lawmaker made the remarks at an event in Washington organized by the Indian American Council to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States’ independence.Both said the Indian-American community has become an integral part of American society and deserves stronger representation in politics.Michigan Representative Sanidal said the United States has always been a country of immigrants and warned against growing hostility toward immigrant communities.
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“The hatred we see against immigrants across the United States will not be tolerated,” Senedal was quoted as saying by the Press Trust news agency.“We must demand that immigrants, their culture, and their contributions to this great country be treated with dignity and respect every day,” he said.Tanidal called for greater political participation, saying communities could only bring about change if they entered public service.“We need to see more Indian-Americans serving in our political arena at every level – local, state and national,” he said.
“We are here to stay”
Illinois Congressman Krishnamoorthy said Indian Americans will continue to stand up against anti-India and anti-Hindu hatred.Recalling that he faced deportation to India, he declared, “We are here to stay. We are part of the fabric of this country. On America’s 250th birthday, we will fight back.”The fight will transcend anti-India sentiments, he added.“We will fight back against anti-India hatred. We will fight back against anti-Hindu hatred. We will fight back against all forms of prejudice, bigotry and discrimination against anyone,” he said.Krishnamurthy, who lost the Democratic Senate primary in Illinois earlier this year, said Indian Americans are one of the most educated and prosperous groups in the United States.He pointed out that they account for about 10% of the doctors in the United States and own about 60% of the hotels and motels in the United States.He urged members of the diaspora to participate in elections for city councils, state legislatures, the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate, regardless of party affiliation.“I don’t care if you’re a Republican, an independent or a Democrat. Now is the time to run because the stakes couldn’t be higher. We’re being tested,” he said.Krishnamoorthy’s comments came days after he warned of a rise in anti-India hate incidents in the United States.In an X post earlier this week, he referenced an incident in Frisco, Texas, where a group of alleged white supremacists gathered outside City Hall, displayed anti-India messages and tore down Indian flags.According to the congressman, the group chanted slogans including “Go back to India” and “Stop the Hindu takeover of Texas.”Krishnamurthy called for unity against hatred, saying discrimination should be fought against no matter who it is targeted.His comments come amid broader concerns about racism, anti-immigrant rhetoric and hatred against minority communities in the United States.
