Archive · 27 Jul 2026
US Lawmakers Urge Fight Against Anti-India Hatred
Two US lawmakers, Shri Thanedar and Raja Krishnamoorthi, spoke at an event celebrating the 250th anniversary of US Independence.
They urged the Indian-American community to fight against hatred and discrimination.
They emphasized the importance of immigrants' contributions to the US and encouraged more Indian-Americans to run for public office.
Krishnamoorthi mentioned that Indian-Americans are well-educated and prosperous, making up 10% of all doctors and owning 60% of all hotels and motels in the US.
Both lawmakers vowed to fight back against anti-India and anti-Hindu hatred, calling for unity and political engagement.
US lawmakers Shri Thanedar and Raja Krishnamoorthi urged the Indian-American community to fight against anti-India hatred.
They spoke at the 250th anniversary celebrations of US Independence organized by the Indian American Committee.
Thanedar emphasized the need for more Indian-Americans in public service at local, state, and national levels.
Krishnamoorthi highlighted the contributions of Indian-Americans, noting they make up 10% of all doctors and own 60% of all hotels and motels in the US.
Both lawmakers vowed to fight back against anti-India and anti-Hindu hatred, urging the community to run for public office.
- Who
- US lawmakers Shri Thanedar and Raja Krishnamoorthi
- What
- Urged the Indian-American community to fight against anti-India hatred and get involved in civic life
- When
- July 26
- Where
- Washington
- Why
- To combat anti-India hatred and increase representation in public office
Pro-Immigrant Advocates
Anti-Immigrant Sentiments
Immigrant Contributions
Pro-Immigrant Advocates
Immigrants and their cultures should be honored and respected for their contributions to the country.
Anti-Immigrant Sentiments
Some groups oppose immigrant contributions and seek to marginalize them.
Political Representation
Pro-Immigrant Advocates
More Indian Americans should run for public office to increase representation and fight against hatred.
Anti-Immigrant Sentiments
Some oppose increased political representation of immigrants, fearing it will change the cultural landscape.
- Event
- 250th anniversary celebrations of US Independence
- Organizers
- Indian American Committee
- Key Speakers
- Shri Thanedar, Raja Krishnamoorthi
- Date
- July 26
- Location
- Washington
- Indian-American Contributions
- 10% of all doctors, 60% of all hotels and motels
