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A R Rahman, the renowned Indian music composer, has lent his support to Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential bid, highlighting her vision for an equitable world as an inspiration for all. In a pre-recorded performance broadcast on Sunday, Rahman stated his admiration for Harris, particularly her focus on unity rather than division, a message he believes is crucial not only for the United States but for the global community. His backing comes as a significant boost for Harris's campaign, particularly among Indian American voters.
Rahman's performance featured several of his most beloved songs, including "Jai Ho" and "Bin Tere Kya Jina." Notably, he dedicated the song "Yeru yeru yeru ninjil palmi kundu yeru" to all women worldwide, especially to Vice President Harris. He expressed his pride in Harris's commitment to making the world a better place and expressed his anticipation for the possibility of having the first female president.
The AI Victory Fund, a Political Action Committee focused on mobilizing and empowering Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander voters, emphasized the significance of Rahman's endorsement. Shekar Narasimhan, the chairman, described the performance as more than just a musical event, viewing it as a call to action for communities to engage in the upcoming election. He highlighted the crucial role of Indian American voters in key battleground states, stating that their influence could be decisive in the election.
The 30-minute performance recorded in Los Angeles showcases Rahman's music interspersed with messages highlighting Harris's historic candidacy and commitment to the Asian Indian community. The event was organized by Indiaspora founder M R Rangaswami, who has known Harris since her time as San Francisco's District Attorney and has supported her career trajectory. He expressed confidence in Harris's preparedness to assume the role of President of the United States.
This endorsement underscores the growing momentum behind the Harris-Walz ticket and emphasizes the vital role of Asian Indian voters in the upcoming election. With the 2020 election decided by a narrow margin in crucial battleground states, the Indian American community in these states could potentially hold the balance of power, making Rahman's support a crucial factor in mobilizing voters and promoting Harris's vision for a more equitable world.
Source: Kamala Harris' vision for 'equitable' world 'inspiration' for all, says music composer A R Rahman