The Indian American Impact Fund, dedicated to enhancing the political representation of Indian American communities, has officially endorsed Suhas Subramanyam’s congressional campaign in Virginia’s 10th District. In a media release, Subramanyam expressed excitement about the support, emphasizing his commitment to serving Northern Virginia’s growing South Asian population.
Subramanyam’s campaign reported a noteworthy achievement, raising over $270,000 in the fourth fundraising quarter within six weeks of entering the race. With more than $240,000 in cash on hand for the new year, Subramanyam acknowledged the substantial grassroots support and vowed to leverage his record of advocating for Northern Virginian families in addressing key issues.
Having announced his candidacy in November, Subramanyam pledged to tackle challenges such as prescription drug costs, gun violence, and price-gouging, aiming to break through Washington’s gridlock. In December, he faced opposition from MAGA extremists for defending reproductive rights, demonstrating resilience in upholding his pro-choice stance despite calls to ban him from houses of worship in Northern Virginia.
Virginia’s 10th District, characterized by its diversity, houses over 125,000 AAPI Virginians and is a significant battleground House district. Subramanyam, the first Indian-American, South Asian, and Hindu elected to the Virginia General Assembly, has actively represented AAPI and South Asian communities. He co-founded the Virginia AAPI Caucus, contributed to the establishment of Hindu Heritage Month in Virginia, and serves on the Virginia Minority Business Commission.
With a unique swearing-in ceremony on the Bhagavad Gita, Subramanyam brings a wealth of experience, including roles as a Capitol Hill aide, advisor to the Obama White House, elected official in Richmond, and volunteer EMT. The FEC fundraising reports for the fourth quarter are expected to be publicly released by January 31, 2024.
