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Indian-Americans Condemn Racist Attacks On Donald Trump's Appointee Sriram Krishnan


Published on 2024-12-28 08:42:19 - NDTV
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  • Recently, the Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna criticised those targeting Indian-born Krishnan, over his Indian origin.

The article from NDTV reports that Indian-American community leaders have condemned the racist attacks on Sriram Krishnan, an Indian-American appointee to the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities by former US President Donald Trump. The backlash against Krishnan, who is also a prominent tech entrepreneur, came after his appointment was announced, with critics on social media accusing him of being part of a broader conspiracy to promote Hindu nationalism. Community leaders and organizations like the Hindu American Foundation and the Coalition of Hindus of North America have rallied in support of Krishnan, denouncing the attacks as baseless and motivated by anti-Hindu sentiment. They argue that such criticisms are not only personal attacks but also reflect a broader issue of racial and religious discrimination. The article highlights the community's call for unity and an end to divisive politics, emphasizing Krishnan's qualifications and contributions to technology and society.

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