A social media post by Indian-American politician Jenifer Rajkumar stirred a row after she described herself as the first Hindu-American elected to New York State office, with some users questioning her claim and even her name.
Rajkumar is a Democratic member of the New York State Assembly who wrote on X: “As the first Hindu-American elected to New York State office, I am proud to blaze a path for a new generation of Hindu Americans in leadership. Our values call us to take the High Road — embracing inclusivity for all, loving people of every background like family, and meeting hate with strength and resilience.”
