In a public meeting in Frisco, Texas, a resident made controversial remarks targeting Indian immigrants and opposing proposals for two Hindu temples and a mosque during a city council discussion on rezoning applications.
Speaking during the public comment session, resident Kelly Campbell alleged that temporary work visa holders were changing the city's culture and criticised the growing presence of Indian businesses. She also made remarks against Islam while objecting to the proposed places of worship, drawing sharp criticism on social media.
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Frisco is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas with a large Indian-origin and international population.
Campbell argued that Indian immigrants on temporary work visas were "completely changing the face of Texas" and claimed that "Texas life and culture is shrinking." Referring to the growing number of Indian-owned businesses, she questioned whether Christian churches would survive if local residents were "bullied out of their neighbourhoods."
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She also cited her experience working in property management, saying she frequently dealt with Indian migrants, and asserted that America was "not stolen land" but was built by European settlers. Campbell added that she did not want to see the country "turn into India or Islam."
The remarks came during discussions on rezoning applications for two Hindu temples and a mosque, which were being considered as part of Frisco's planning process. The city council has not indicated that the proposals were linked to immigration or cultural issues, with the agenda focused on zoning matters.
