But Vivek’s rise, if things go according to plan he might become the third Indian-origin governor of an American state after Bobby Jindal and Nikki Haley, is not just a litmus test of an Indian-American’s success story in US politics. It is a test of how far the MAGA tent will accommodate a brown non-Christian man and also how far an Indian-American can go in Trump’s America.
Indian-origin Republican Vivek Ramaswamy has secured the nomination for Ohio governor, setting up a significant November contest against Democrat Amy Acton. Ramaswamy, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, comfortably won his primary. The race is anticipated to draw national attention as both candidates prepare for the general election.
Old video of GOP gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy explaining his Hindu faith and view of Jesus Christ as 'a son of God' goes viral, sparking criticism from conservative commentators. The Hindu American community has defended Ramaswamy, with leaders calling the scrutiny a 'street corner proselytization' and questioning the unofficial religion test candidates face. Ramaswamy is running in the Iowa primary on May 5.
