DesiPresident.com: Mobilizing Indian-American Support for Kamala Harris
Indian-Americans have launched DesiPresident.com to support Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential candidate. The initiative, backed by the Indian American Impact Fund, includes activities like a weekly virtual phone bank and a popular T-shirt campaign. The community is enthusiastic about making history and mobilizing South Asian voters for the cause.
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In a spirited move, Indian-Americans have unveiled DesiPresident.com, a new platform backing Kamala Harris, who has emerged as the Democratic presidential candidate. The website proudly carries the tagline 'Kamala Ke Saath'.
At 59, Harris is of mixed heritage with her mother hailing from Chennai and her father from Jamaica. The community is excited and keen to participate actively in the electoral process, viewing Harris's candidacy as historic.
The Desi President initiative, supported by the Indian American Impact Fund, features a popular T-shirt with the tagline 'Kamala Ke Saath: Vote Kamala,' which has captivated social media. The group also organizes a weekly virtual phone bank to connect with potential voters. In a symbolic gesture, Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi received a T-shirt during a recent event.
(With inputs from agencies.)