A prominent Indian-American legislator has proposed a resolution in the House of Representatives denouncing Hinduphobia and other forms of hate crimes directed towards the Hindu community. The resolution, put forward by Congressman Shri Thanedar, highlights the challenges faced by Hindu Americans, including stereotypes, misinformation, bullying in educational institutions, and discrimination.
The resolution celebrates the contributions of Hindus and Hinduism to the United States, declaring the country as welcoming to the diversity brought by Hindu Americans. It explicitly condemns Hinduphobia, anti-Hindu bigotry, hate, and intolerance. The document also emphasizes the need to make copies of the resolution available to the public and the press.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, the resolution addresses the concerning trend of anti-Hindu hate crimes, including attacks on temples and individuals. It acknowledges the rise of Hinduphobia in American society and calls for concerted efforts to combat it.
Highlighting the significant influx of Hindus to the United States since the 1900s, representing various racial, linguistic, and ethnic backgrounds, the resolution underscores the invaluable contributions of Hindu Americans to the nation’s economy and various industries.
In a separate initiative, several Indian-American congressmen, including Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ro Khanna, Ami Bera, and Pramila Jayapal, recently requested a briefing from the Department of Justice on the status of investigations into incidents of vandalism at houses of worship, including Hindu temples. They expressed concerns about law enforcement coordination and the need for federal oversight to ensure equal protection under the law.
