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Comedian Nimesh Patel on Indian American Divisions
Comedian Nimesh Patel critiques right-wing Indian Americans and calls for self-awareness in the diaspora's politics.
In brief
Comedian Nimesh Patel critiques right-wing Indian Americans and calls for self-awareness in the diaspora's politics. Comedian Nimesh Patel says Indian Americans need more self-awareness about their politics and religion amid rising anti-South Asian sentiment. Originally reported by Scroll.
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The short version
Comedian Nimesh Patel says Indian Americans need more self-awareness about their politics and religion amid rising anti-South Asian sentiment.
