Desi Voters, COVID-19, and the 2020 Election: Episode 10 of our Podcast Series, “A Better Life?”
New Jersey shows the potential of South Asian political power in the US, as well as the pitfalls.
Tag: South Asian
Feet in 2 Worlds’ Journalism: A Legacy of Engagement
Opening the door for new generations of immigrant journalists
Seeking a “Peaceful Balance” for Hindus in the U.S.
The challenge of fostering unity in a diverse community
Immigration News Picks: Bangladeshi vs Latino in Bronx Council Race, Indian-Americans on Prime Time and Last Night’s Debate
A video about the ethnic politics of a Bronx City Council race from our friends at Voices of NY, plus other stories of interest.
For Indian American Family, Personal Life and Business Intertwine in Complex Ways
The success of Indian immigrant entrepreneurs on Long Island carries a heaven burden.
New York Has No South Asian Elected Officials. Why?
New York’s diverse South Asian immigrant communities experienced rapid, expansive growth over the last decade. But political representation has lagged behind. Fi2W blog editor Sarah Kate Kramer discussed the issue on WNYC’s The Takeaway.
South Asian Families Ensure Their Children Have Royal Weddings–Even in the U.S.
Hosting weddings fit for kings and queens is a cherished tradition for South Asian immigrants in the U.S. and around the world.
South Asian Immigrants Celebrate Culture in NYC
At a street fair in Queens, the multifaceted South Asian community came together for a celebration of art and music, but also to talk about pressing issues in their community like foreclosures and domestic violence.
Favorite Son? Ethnic groups want Obama in their story
In the media frenzy over the Latino vote and the candidates’ recent speeches before the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO), League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and National Council of La Raza, scant attention has…