The Hindu Vote: Flipping the script
(RNS) — As Hindu Americans increasingly pivot toward the right, their evolving political identity challenges long-held assumptions about immigrant voting patterns in the US.
Jonathan Woodward
October 11, 2024
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Breaking tradition, shaking party lines
The changing political landscape of Hindu Americans: We explore their shifting alliances from traditional Democratic loyalties to a growing alignment with the right. Host Amanda Henderson and RNS Hindu reporter Richa Karmarkar discuss the factors driving this transformation, from the influence of leaders like Kamala Harris and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the impact of caste discrimination and immigrant identity in shaping party affiliations. Join us as we unpack how these dynamics are redefining the Hindu vote in the upcoming election.
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