Obama Wins 2012 elections, Implications for India and the World

[Singh]

Why Do Indian-Americans Love Barack Obama And The Democrats?​

Numbering some 3 million, Indian-Americans are becoming an increasingly important voting bloc in the United States – and if a recent survey is accurate, they will overwhelmingly support Democrat Barack Obama in Tuesday's presidential election.

A poll last month by professors Karthick Ramakrishnan, Taeku Lee and the National Asian American Survey (NAAS) revealed that a whopping 68 percent -- higher than any other Asian ethnic group – of Indian-Americans will vote for Obama, while Romney will attract only 5 percent support (25 percent were undecided).

Overall, 81 percent of Indian-Americans gave Obama high job approval ratings, despite the fragile U.S. economy and the president's attacks on outsourcing.

The dramatically strong support for Obama among Indian-Americans flies in the face of some contradictory realities -- Indian-Americans are among the best-educated and highest-earning ethnic groups in the country (a demography that typically favors the Republicans); and the two most prominent Indian-American politicians, Gov. Nikki Haley (South Carolina) and Gov. Bobby Jindal (Louisiana), are members of the GOP and stridently opposed to Obama. Jindal and Haley are regarded as potential GOP presidential or vice presidential candidates themselves.

So, why do Indian-Americans love Obama so much?

Part of the reason may have to do with Obama's steadfast support of India's candidacy for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council. On a more personal note, Obama is familiar with Indian culture, has close relations with India's Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh, quotes Mahatma Gandhi in speeches, and has even branded himself an 'honorary Desi.'

But I am an Indian-American, and I generally favor Republicans over the Democrats – which makes me a distinct minority within a minority.

Nonetheless, I think that Indian-American support for Obama (and Democrats in general) is built upon some false premises.

The No. 1 reason (I suspect) why Indian-Americans favor Democrats is their perception that the Republican Party is opposed to immigration.

And that's it.

Forgetting for a moment that Obama has deported more illegal aliens than any administration in history, the Democratic Party's platform simply clashes with most of traditional Indian values.

I am generalizing, of course, but Indian culture promotes family, faith, education, sobriety, hard work, career, self-reliance and sexual morality. Such things as homosexuality, same-sex marriage and abortion (which the Democrats have made part of their core ideology for at least the past 20 years) are anathema to the majority of Indian-Americans, even those of my generation.

Thus, I am baffled as to why Indian-Americans reject the Republicans -- the party that almost perfectly matches their (our) world-view.

Regarding Obama specifically, Indian-Americans' love for him is based on some very cynical assumptions and attitudes.

I can safely say that many Indian-Americans, particularly those of the older generation, are very racist toward African-Americans. They generally believe that black people are lazy, immoral, violent and beyond hope (mirroring exactly the attitudes of the most virulent white bigots).

Obama, they claim, is an "exception."

Indeed, they refer to how "articulate," "intelligent" and "refined" he is (suggesting that most black people do not have these qualities).

An Indian taxi driver I once spoke to seemed to sum up this dichotomous perspective. This cabbie feared and detested blacks and dreaded having to pick them up as fares.

"I like Obama," he joyfully declared. "He's not like them others (blacks). He speaks good, dresses good and acts good. And he seems to like India a lot." (Blackwater da praa)

One can only wonder what kind of support Revs. Al Sharpton or Jesse Jackson would garner among the Indian-American community if they ran as the Democratic presidential candidate.

I have a feeling that Indian-American support for Obama will not reach the 68 percent mark noted in the aforementioned survey. Moreover, if Jindal or Haley (or some other Desi politician) becomes a GOP presidential candidate in the near future, we may witness a huge switch by Indian-Americans to the Republican Party.


Why Do Indian-Americans Love Barack Obama And The Democrats?

 

[Singh]

 

[hit&run]

Pakistan was the only country (by a survey) who didn't want him to be the next president of USA. .

 

[Tronic]

Why Do Indian-Americans Love Barack Obama And The Democrats?​

I can punch holes in this article.


First, the author states that;

The dramatically strong support for Obama among Indian-Americans flies in the face of some contradictory realities -- Indian-Americans are among the best-educated and highest-earning ethnic groups in the country (a demography that typically favors the Republicans)

Than he goes on to state;

Nonetheless, I think that Indian-American support for Obama (and Democrats in general) is built upon some false premises.

The No. 1 reason (I suspect) why Indian-Americans favor Democrats is their perception that the Republican Party is opposed to immigration.

And that's it.

Forgetting for a moment that Obama has deported more illegal aliens than any administration in history, the Democratic Party's platform simply clashes with most of traditional Indian values.

So the author is seeing no difference between illegal aliens and immigrants?

Why would this "highly-educated" and "high-earning" group care if Obama has deported a record number of 'illegal aliens'? Makes no sense. So this argument is deeply flawed.

I am generalizing, of course, but Indian culture promotes family, faith, education, sobriety, hard work, career, self-reliance and sexual morality. Such things as homosexuality, same-sex marriage and abortion (which the Democrats have made part of their core ideology for at least the past 20 years) are anathema to the majority of Indian-Americans, even those of my generation.

Thus, I am baffled as to why Indian-Americans reject the Republicans -- the party that almost perfectly matches their (our) world-view.

For one, that's a dishonest portrayal of values; only listing three "negative" Democratic values (from conservative Indian perspective), while sugar coating the Republican "values". I doubt Indians share the Republican perspective of overtaxing the poor, while giving the rich folks tax breaks. Call it a colonial hangover if you may but I doubt Indians agree with those Republican "values".

If this support baffles you (the author), than you do not know what Indians generally stand for. Indians, especially the upper middle and upper classes, generally vote for Liberal parties, not conservatives. Though exceptions are ofcourse there, and India has seen it's own rise of conservative parties; but there are other issues swaying the vote in India, such as development and lack of confidence, not conservative values.

Regarding Obama specifically, Indian-Americans' love for him is based on some very cynical assumptions and attitudes.

I can safely say that many Indian-Americans, particularly those of the older generation, are very racist toward African-Americans. They generally believe that black people are lazy, immoral, violent and beyond hope (mirroring exactly the attitudes of the most virulent white bigots).

Obama, they claim, is an "exception."

Indeed, they refer to how "articulate," "intelligent" and "refined" he is (suggesting that most black people do not have these qualities).

An Indian taxi driver I once spoke to seemed to sum up this dichotomous perspective. This cabbie feared and detested blacks and dreaded having to pick them up as fares.

"I like Obama," he joyfully declared. "He's not like them others (blacks). He speaks good, dresses good and acts good. And he seems to like India a lot."

Even if we ignore the blatant stereotype and generalization; I wonder what the point of this is. 'Support Republicans, because we are as racist as you'?

I have a feeling that Indian-American support for Obama will not reach the 68 percent mark noted in the aforementioned survey. Moreover, if Jindal or Haley (or some other Desi politician) becomes a GOP presidential candidate in the near future, we may witness a huge switch by Indian-Americans to the Republican Party.

The day pigs will fly. Haley is hardly a "desi" politician. I doubt Indian-Americans will be "swayed" by so called "Desi" politicians who have just voted to pass laws requiring immigrants to carry their immigration papers with them 24/7 and be subject to random searches. What a joke!

 

[sayareakd]

ok now he has one unfinished business, to finished off Pakistan for good of world.

 

[Iamanidiot]

How come 3 million votes become so decisive this is a joke

 

[Blackwater]

ok now he has one unfinished business, to finished off Pakistan for good of world.

true he was the one who said in 2008 that main epicentre is pakistan not afganistan for talibans. in this year he said yes for more drone strikes and economic sanction against pak.

i suspect now he is free from election.pakistan ka band bajega,i smell nukeless pak now

 

[Singh]

 

[rock127]

ok now he has one unfinished business, to finished off Pakistan for good of world.

Some business to finish with Iran as well.

 

[rock127]

true he was the one who said in 2008 that main epicentre is pakistan not afganistan for talibans. in this year he said yes for more drone strikes and economic sanction against pak.

i suspect now he is free from election.pakistan ka band bajega,i smell nukeless pak now

Making Iran not get nukes might be a priority instead of de-nuking Pak.

 

[Singh]

 

[cloud_9]

Obama :dancemasti:

 

[nrj]

So Americans have given their verdict!

MMS can breath easy.

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[jamesvaikom]

Obama administration is not good for India. Republicans could have won the election if they gave importance to business than for religion. Civilized people won't support abortion denial for rape victims. War maniacs talking about pro-life doesn't make any sense.

 

[Singh]

Dear Mr. President,

It gives me great pleasure to convey to you my warmest congratulations on your re-election as the President of the United States. The renewed confidence that the people of your great country have reposed in you is as much a tribute to your qualities of head and heart as it is an indication of the faith that the American people have in your leadership. Your mandate gives you a historic opportunity to continue to work for the welfare of the American people as also for global peace and progress at an admittedly difficult juncture, not just for the U.S., but indeed for the world at large.

Over the last four years, consistent with our vision of a global strategic partnership between India and the United States, the ties between our two democracies have seen sustained growth. We have not only advanced cooperation across the full spectrum of our bilateral relationship, but also deepened our engagement in the pursuit of global peace, stability and prosperity.

I have personally valued our friendship and I look forward to continuing our rewarding association in order to build further on the enduring foundations of our shared values and the accomplishments of the past four years. I have no doubt that there is much more we can do together to further strengthen the India-U.S. partnership and thereby advance peace and stability, expand mutual economic opportunities, harness the potential of science and technology, innovation and higher education and empower our people to address global challenges.

My wife joins me in wishing you and Mrs. Obama, as well as Malia and Sasha, good health, success and happiness as you prepare for a new term in office.

(Manmohan Singh)

 

[Blackwater]

Obama administration is not good for India. Republicans could have won the election if they gave importance to business than for religion. Civilized people won't support abortion denial for rape victims. War maniacs talking about pro-life doesn't make any sense.

policies will remain same whoever becomes president..

 

[Blackwater]

Making Iran not get nukes might be a priority instead of de-nuking Pak.

rasta wo hi,do no ko lapaete me lene ka

 

[spikey360]

The americans have given their verdict. Their perverted sense of political correctness has trumped logic and sanity twice in a row now.
Guess one can add socialism to their newfound list of romances. Moreover, it has been proved once again that they prefer style over substance. They prefer jingoism, hypocrisy and liers. One "hopes" that they'll find the Hope they've been looking for in this hopelessly clueless fool. Either way, Americans have decided that their country should go down the drain. Who are we to fret.

They've lost a chance to be friends with India. This, will not be forgotten.

Btw: why is Singh so happy?

 

[Singh]

The americans have given their verdict. Their perverted sense of political correctness has trumped logic and sanity twice in a row now.

Electing Bush was not a mistake, in your opinion then.

Guess one can add socialism to their newfound list of romances. Moreover, it has been proved once again that they prefer style over substance. They prefer jingoism, hypocrisy and liers. One "hopes" that they'll find the Hope they've been looking for in this hopelessly clueless fool. Either way, Americans have decided that their country should go down the drain. Who are we to fret.

#Factcheck

They've lost a chance to be friends with India. This, will not be forgotten.

India <3 Obama

 

[nrj]

Obama deserved second term.

Today he is legitimate occupier of oval office. No one can dispute that.

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