Washington: Vice President Kamala Harris’ White House bid has got a boost with renowned Indian musician AR Rahman, who has come out in support of her “equal world vision” and is recording some of his popular songs like “Jai Ho”. Motivate Indian American voters.
“It’s such an inspiring thing to see one of us step up and lead. It will be great to see a pre-recorded performance by the legendary singer coming from a lot of energy and loving support from all of us, Rahman told Indiaspora founder MR Rangaswamy. sunday.
“You are excited. were excited. “We can’t wait to hear your music from the studio,” Rangaswami said ahead of the recording in Los Angeles.
In his remarks at the top of her blockbuster performance, Rahman said, “Kamala Harris’s vision for a more equitable world is an inspiration to us all. His interest in focusing on what unites us rather than what divides us is a message that is very important not only for the United States, but also for the world. As a fellow South Asian Tamil person, I am deeply proud of his commitment to making the world a better place. I look forward to becoming the first woman president.”
Harris, 59, who is of mixed parentage as her mother immigrated to the US from Chennai and her father moved to the country from Jamaica, is running in the November 5 presidential election against Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump, 78.
Rahman said, the song ‘Yeru Yeru Yeru Ninjil Palami Kundu Yeru’ is dedicated to all the women of the world, especially the Vice President. “This song is dedicated to all the women in the world. Especially for Kamlaji, for you. And you know what that means. All the best to you,” he said.
Popular songs included “Bin Tere Kya Jeena” and “Jai Ho”.
“With this performance, AR Rahman adds his voice to the chorus of leaders and artists who stand up for progress and representation in America,” said Shekhar Narasimhan, president of the AI Victory Fund, a political action committee that works on solidarity. Focuses on empowering Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander voters and supporting AANHPI candidates across the country.
Narasimhan said a day after the broadcast of his pre-recorded performance, “This is more than just a concert – it’s a call to action for our communities to get involved and vote for the future we want. Want to see.”
“This powerful endorsement from one of the most respected voices of the South Asian community underscores the important role of AI voters in this election and the growing momentum behind the Harris-Walz ticket,” it said in a media statement.
The 30-minute show features some of Rahman’s best-loved songs, interspersed with messages highlighting Harris’ historic candidacy and commitment to the AI community. The performance was recorded in Los Angeles.
Rangaswamy said he knew Harris when she was district attorney in San Francisco.
“I’ve watched him become Attorney General, then Senator. I’ve supported him all the way. I’ve watched him grow, learn quickly, grow every step of the way, and then become a great Vice President.” …She is absolutely ready to become President of the United States…,” Rangaswami said.
Narasimhan said the difference could be as high as 400,000 Indian American communities in the seven battleground states of Arizona, Nevada, North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Michigan. “The last election in 2020 was won by only 385,000 votes in these seven states,” he said.
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