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Pramila Jayapal Says Momentum For Medicare For All Is Growing
Photo: x.com/politico India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal is sharpening her push for a sweeping overhaul of the nation’s health care system, arguing that political momentum behind Medicare for All is growing as economic pressures mount on American families, according to a Politico report. Speaking on April 21 at the outlet’s health care summit, Jayapal framed rising medical costs as the central driver behind renewed support for a government run system. She said health care remains the top financial concern for many Americans, adding that Democratic lawmakers are increasingly aligning with that urgency as affordability becomes a defining issue for the party. The Seattle Democrat, who previously led the Congressional Progressive Caucus, pointed to a steady increase in backing from within her party. Newer members have joined existing supporters, reflecting what she described as a broader shift among Democrats toward embracing universal coverage. Jayapal also cited internal polling reviewed by her team, saying it shows overwhelming support among Democratic voters for Medicare for All, with backing extending beyond the party base. According to her, a majority of independents now favor the policy, along with a smaller but notable share of Republicans. She argued that even voters in competitive districts are becoming more open to a comprehensive, government administered approach. In making her case at the Politico event where she was in dialog with its journalists, Jayapal criticized the current health care system as inadequate and said incremental reforms would not meet public demand. She contended that Americans are looking for structural change rather than limited fixes, reinforcing her long standing advocacy for universal coverage. She also drew comparisons to international systems, including Cuba’s, suggesting that in some areas it has outperformed the United States, particularly before policies under President Donald Trump affected its economy. Looking ahead, Jayapal tied the issue to Democrats’ broader electoral strategy. If the party regains control of the House, she said lawmakers would pursue significant health care reforms, including reversing Medicaid cuts enacted by Republicans in last year’s legislation. The post Pramila Jayapal Says Momentum For Medicare For All Is Growing appeared first on IndiaWest News.
Jayapal Marks Anniv Of Sikh Workers Killed In Mass Shooting, Spotlights Effects Of Hate
India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC — Five years after a mass shooting at a FedEx Ground facility in Indianapolis left eight workers dead, including four members of the Sikh community, U.S. lawmakers are introducing a resolution honoring the victims while renewing calls for stronger hate crime prevention and gun safety measures. U.S. Representatives Grace Meng, Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, Pramila Jayapal, André Carson, and Judy Chu, CAPAC Chair Emerita, are leading the effort in Congress to formally recognize the April 15, 2021 tragedy and its lasting impact on Sikh Americans and the broader Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. The attack at the Indianapolis facility, where nearly 90 percent of the workforce was of Sikh descent, has remained a painful reminder of violence and targeted hate faced by South Asian Americans. Eight workers were killed: Matthew Alexander, Samaria Blackwell, Amarjeet Johal, Jasvinder Kaur, Amarjit Sekhon, Jaswinder Singh, Karli Smith, and John Weisert. Seven additional employees were injured. Jayapal drew a direct connection between the rise in hate incidents and broader political and social forces, reflecting on her own early activism after the September 11 attacks. “I got my start in organizing in the wake of 9/11, standing up for our Sikh, Muslim, Arab, and South Asian neighbors who were experiencing increased racism and hate,” Jayapal said. She added that the COVID-19 pandemic and political rhetoric in recent years have “stoked these all too familiar flames of hatred,” underscoring the urgency of addressing violence and discrimination. Jayapal emphasized that the 2021 shooting, which occurred during a broader wave of anti-Asian sentiment, continues to resonate deeply within affected communities. “Today we remember and honor their lives and recommit ourselves to a world that is more just and safe for all communities,” she said. Rep. André Carson, who represents Indianapolis, called the attack an enduring wound for the city. “Eight Hoosiers were murdered at their jobs, including four members of the Sikh community,” Carson said, urging colleagues to support the resolution and strengthen protections against hate and discrimination. Rep. Judy Chu highlighted the broader implications for immigrant communities and the importance of sustained federal investment in anti-hate programs. The resolution condemns the attack, honors the victims, and calls for renewed federal action against hate crimes and gun violence. It also urges the restoration and expansion of Department of Justice programs aimed at preventing bias-motivated violence. Advocacy groups, including the Sikh Coalition and Stop AAPI Hate, backed the resolution, noting ongoing concerns about discrimination and fear within Sikh and South Asian communities in the United States. “On this painful anniversary, we stand with the families and communities impacted,” said Sikh Coalition Executive Director Harman Singh, adding that remembrance must be paired with continued efforts to prevent future violence. The post Jayapal Marks Anniv Of Sikh Workers Killed In Mass Shooting, Spotlights Effects Of Hate appeared first on IndiaWest News.
Jayapal Marks Anniv Of Sikh Workers Killed In Mass Shooting, Spotlights Effects Of Hate
India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC — Five years after a mass shooting at a FedEx Ground facility in Indianapolis left eight workers dead, including four members of the Sikh community, U.S. lawmakers are introducing a resolution honoring the victims while renewing calls for stronger hate crime prevention and gun safety measures. U.S. Representatives Grace Meng, Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, Pramila Jayapal, André Carson, and Judy Chu, CAPAC Chair Emerita, are leading the effort in Congress to formally recognize the April 15, 2021 tragedy and its lasting impact on Sikh Americans and the broader Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. The attack at the Indianapolis facility, where nearly 90 percent of the workforce was of Sikh descent, has remained a painful reminder of violence and targeted hate faced by South Asian Americans. Eight workers were killed: Matthew Alexander, Samaria Blackwell, Amarjeet Johal, Jasvinder Kaur, Amarjit Sekhon, Jaswinder Singh, Karli Smith, and John Weisert. Seven additional employees were injured. Jayapal drew a direct connection between the rise in hate incidents and broader political and social forces, reflecting on her own early activism after the September 11 attacks. “I got my start in organizing in the wake of 9/11, standing up for our Sikh, Muslim, Arab, and South Asian neighbors who were experiencing increased racism and hate,” Jayapal said. She added that the COVID-19 pandemic and political rhetoric in recent years have “stoked these all too familiar flames of hatred,” underscoring the urgency of addressing violence and discrimination. Jayapal emphasized that the 2021 shooting, which occurred during a broader wave of anti-Asian sentiment, continues to resonate deeply within affected communities. “Today we remember and honor their lives and recommit ourselves to a world that is more just and safe for all communities,” she said. Rep. André Carson, who represents Indianapolis, called the attack an enduring wound for the city. “Eight Hoosiers were murdered at their jobs, including four members of the Sikh community,” Carson said, urging colleagues to support the resolution and strengthen protections against hate and discrimination. Rep. Judy Chu highlighted the broader implications for immigrant communities and the importance of sustained federal investment in anti-hate programs. The resolution condemns the attack, honors the victims, and calls for renewed federal action against hate crimes and gun violence. It also urges the restoration and expansion of Department of Justice programs aimed at preventing bias-motivated violence. Advocacy groups, including the Sikh Coalition and Stop AAPI Hate, backed the resolution, noting ongoing concerns about discrimination and fear within Sikh and South Asian communities in the United States. “On this painful anniversary, we stand with the families and communities impacted,” said Sikh Coalition Executive Director Harman Singh, adding that remembrance must be paired with continued efforts to prevent future violence. The post Jayapal Marks Anniv Of Sikh Workers Killed In Mass Shooting, Spotlights Effects Of Hate appeared first on IndiaWest News.
Community Leaders Urge Immigration Reforms At Capitol Hill Briefing
India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – South Asian community leaders used a March 26 Capitol Hill briefing to highlight growing concerns over U.S. immigration enforcement, labor conditions, and civil rights, calling for urgent policy reforms. The session, held following the South Asian Coalition’s national summit and joined by Democratic Representatives Pramila Jayapal and Grace Meng, brought together advocates who described increasing enforcement measures, barriers to economic stability, and a broader climate of fear affecting immigrant communities. Opening the briefing, Manavi executive director Navneet Bhalla underscored the coalition’s cross-sector efforts to address these challenges, as lawmakers pointed to Congress’s role in strengthening community protections. Speakers outlined the scale of the issue, with ASATA Power’s Rajiv Narayan noting that nearly one in eight of the 6.5 million South Asians in the United States are undocumented, while urging stronger oversight and reduced reliance on detention and enforcement. Concerns over legal protections also featured prominently. Kalpana Peddibhotla of the South Asian American Justice Collaborative warned against threats to birthright citizenship, calling it “a simple promise that children born here belong,” while advocates highlighted deportations and due process violations affecting vulnerable communities. Robin Gurung of Asian Refugees United described cases involving Bhutanese refugees, stating that recent enforcement practices are leading to deportations without due process and leaving individuals stateless. Labor and economic challenges were also raised, with Sikh Coalition’s Harman Singh pointing to new federal rules affecting immigrant workers. Singh noted that drivers are being excluded solely because of their immigration status, regardless of their skills or safety records. Speakers also drew attention to structural concerns, including caste-based discrimination and long-standing surveillance practices. Dalit Solidarity Forum’s Roja Singh called for federal recognition of caste as a protected category, while South Asian Network’s Shakeel Syed noted that institutionalized Islamophobia continues to drive profiling and detention. The discussion also addressed the impact of immigration policy on vulnerable groups. Aparna Bhattacharyya of Raksha, Inc. highlighted risks faced by survivors of gender-based violence, stating that survivors now face an impossible choice between seeking safety and risking deportation. The briefing concluded with a call for coordinated legislative action to address enforcement practices, protect workers, and strengthen due process, reflecting a unified push to bring community concerns directly to policymakers. The post Community Leaders Urge Immigration Reforms At Capitol Hill Briefing appeared first on IndiaWest News.
Community Leaders Urge Immigration Reforms At Capitol Hill Briefing
India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC – South Asian community leaders used a March 26 Capitol Hill briefing to highlight growing concerns over U.S. immigration enforcement, labor conditions, and civil rights, calling for urgent policy reforms. The session, held following the South Asian Coalition’s national summit and joined by Democratic Representatives Pramila Jayapal and Grace Meng, brought together advocates who described increasing enforcement measures, barriers to economic stability, and a broader climate of fear affecting immigrant communities. Opening the briefing, Manavi executive director Navneet Bhalla underscored the coalition’s cross-sector efforts to address these challenges, as lawmakers pointed to Congress’s role in strengthening community protections. Speakers outlined the scale of the issue, with ASATA Power’s Rajiv Narayan noting that nearly one in eight of the 6.5 million South Asians in the United States are undocumented, while urging stronger oversight and reduced reliance on detention and enforcement. Concerns over legal protections also featured prominently. Kalpana Peddibhotla of the South Asian American Justice Collaborative warned against threats to birthright citizenship, calling it “a simple promise that children born here belong,” while advocates highlighted deportations and due process violations affecting vulnerable communities. Robin Gurung of Asian Refugees United described cases involving Bhutanese refugees, stating that recent enforcement practices are leading to deportations without due process and leaving individuals stateless. Labor and economic challenges were also raised, with Sikh Coalition’s Harman Singh pointing to new federal rules affecting immigrant workers. Singh noted that drivers are being excluded solely because of their immigration status, regardless of their skills or safety records. Speakers also drew attention to structural concerns, including caste-based discrimination and long-standing surveillance practices. Dalit Solidarity Forum’s Roja Singh called for federal recognition of caste as a protected category, while South Asian Network’s Shakeel Syed noted that institutionalized Islamophobia continues to drive profiling and detention. The discussion also addressed the impact of immigration policy on vulnerable groups. Aparna Bhattacharyya of Raksha, Inc. highlighted risks faced by survivors of gender-based violence, stating that survivors now face an impossible choice between seeking safety and risking deportation. The briefing concluded with a call for coordinated legislative action to address enforcement practices, protect workers, and strengthen due process, reflecting a unified push to bring community concerns directly to policymakers. The post Community Leaders Urge Immigration Reforms At Capitol Hill Briefing appeared first on IndiaWest News.