The “Hindu Vote” appears to have become a factor in US politics. A fundraising call she hosted with Mihi Meghani, a co-founder of the Hindu American Foundation was being cited as proof of her courting Hindu groups. The back and forth only demonstrates the growing presence of a Hindu vote in US politics. “There was always a Hindu vote, which was not recognised publicly,” said Ramesh Kapur, a longtime Democratic donor and strategist. Multiple groups have cropped up with names wrapped around the word “Hindu” — Republican Hindu Coalition, American Hindu Coalition, Hindus 4 America, Hindu American PAC (Political Action Committee).

Source: The Hindu February 28, 2024 03:45 UTC