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· Carl Samson
Trump tries to downplay false claims about Harris’ race at first debate
Former President Donald Trump attempted to make light of his past false comments on Vice President Kamala Harris’ racial identity at their first debate on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Harris firmly addressed his history of racial division, marking her first direct response to his attacks…
· Carl Samson
Harris leads but Trump gains ground in latest polls
Recent polling reveals a tightly contested race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, who faced off in what could be their only debate in Philadelphia last night. While Harris leads in most national polls, Trump has made significant gains among key voter groups, while several…
· Ryan General
Bollywood-inspired music video seeks to drive South Asian American voters for Harris
Indian American entrepreneur Ajay Jain Bhutoria released a music video featuring the Bollywood song “Nacho Nacho” to energize South Asian voters ahead of November’s presidential election. The track, a Hindi adaptation of the Oscar-winning song “Naatu Naatu” from the Telugu…
· Michelle De Pacina
Kamala Harris inspires daily prayers and pride in grandfather’s Indian village
Residents have been praying daily for Kamala Harris to win the U.S. presidential election in the small southern Indian village of Thulasendrapuram, where her maternal grandfather P.V. Gopalan lived about 100 years ago. “May Kamala Harris win this election. May she visit this…
· Carl Samson
Hindu priest opens DNC as Mindy Kaling rallies support for Harris
Hindu priest Rakesh Bhatt opened the third day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago with a powerful Vedic prayer, emphasizing unity and togetherness. His invocation set a solemn tone for the day, which also featured celebrity host Mindy Kaling, who passionately…
· Carl Samson
AAPI Democratic leaders stress importance of Asian voters for Harris
AAPI Democratic officials are emphasizing the crucial role that AAPI voters will play in November’s election as they rally behind Kamala Harris, who could make history as the first Asian and Black woman to serve as U.S. president. What they are saying: At an AAPI caucus meeting…
· Carl Samson
Nikki Haley urges Republicans to ‘quit whining’ about Kamala Harris
Former GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley called on fellow Republicans to “quit whining” about Vice President Kamala Harris and urged former President Donald Trump’s campaign to focus on policy issues in a Fox News interview on Tuesday. With Harris leading Trump in recent…
· Michelle De Pacina
Kamala Harris chooses Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as VP pick
Vice President Kamala Harris announced Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the 2024 election, praising his support for middle-class families and his background in the National Guard and education. Walz, who was considered a dark horse contender, gained attention…
· Michelle De Pacina
Republicans, ex-Trump officials endorse Kamala Harris
On Sunday, Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign announced a new initiative called “Republicans for Harris,” showcasing endorsements from nearly 30 former GOP members, including some from Donald Trump’s administration. This list includes Stephanie Grisham, Olivia Troye, Chuck…
· Carl Samson
Kamala Harris makes history as official Democratic nominee for president
Vice President Kamala Harris officially clinched the Democratic presidential nomination on Monday, marking a historic moment as the first black woman and first South Asian woman to become the nominee for a major U.S. political party. Harris, who secured the nomination through a…
· Michelle De Pacina
South Asian American leaders endorse Kamala Harris for president
South Asian American state and local officials across the U.S. endorsed Kamala Harris for president, citing her potential to create a “fairer and more inclusive” immigration system, her coalition-building skills and her potential to inspire all Asian Americans, communities of…
· Carl Samson
Where Kamala Harris, Donald Trump stand in new polls
Vice President Kamala Harris is ahead of former President Donald Trump in multiple recent polls. Among them, a Leger poll conducted from July 26-28, shows Harris leading Trump by seven points (48% to 41%) in a five-way race, her largest margin yet. In a head-to-head matchup, she…
· Carl Samson
Kamala Harris draws excitement from Indian American voters
Vice President Kamala Harris is beginning to entice Indian American voters, who make up a significant portion of the population in some swing states. On Tuesday, the likely Democratic nominee, joined by rappers Megan Thee Stallion and Quavo, led her first major rally in Atlanta,…
· Bryan Ke
RNC’s repost of Kamala Harris’ f-word drop backfires
The Republican National Committee’s X repost of Kamala Harris saying the f-word at a leadership summit has seemingly backfired. “This is part of what’s involved is that we have to know that sometimes people will open the door for you and leave it open. Sometimes they won’t. And…
· Michelle De Pacina
Kamala Harris faces racist, sexist attacks in the presidential race
With Vice President Kamala Harris poised to become the Democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential election, the political landscape is set for a contentious and potentially historic race. Harris, who is of Indian and Jamaican descent, is the first woman of color to lead a…
· Michelle De Pacina
Why Kamala Harris is embracing being a ‘brat’
While being a brat may technically mean being an ill-mannered and annoying child, for Harris, it’s a strong endorsement that resonates with young voters. “Brat” is the title of Indian English pop star Charli XCX’s sixth studio album released last month. The singer-songwriter…
· Carl Samson
How Kamala Harris is blazing a trail with her Asian American heritage
Born to an Indian mother and a Jamaican father, Kamala Harris became the first woman and also the first Asian and African American vice president when she was sworn into office on Jan. 20, 2021. Now, with President Joe Biden’s endorsement for the 2024 Democratic nomination, she…
· Carl Samson
Could 2024 see the first Asian American president?
President Joe Biden dropped out as the Democratic nominee for November’s election, saying it is in the “best interest” of his party and the country for him to stand down and focus on his remaining duties. He endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to take his place. Democratic…
· Carl Samson
Asian American, Asian leaders react to Trump assassination attempt
Asian American and Asian leaders around the world condemned the attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. The incident, which resulted in the death of an attendee and injuries to Trump and others, remains under…
· Ryan General
Biden takes aim at Trump’s legacy at AANHPI Heritage Month event
President Joe Biden took shots at former President Donald Trump during a White House event commemorating Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage (AANHPI) Month. Key points: