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Indian-American wins pursuit of South Carolina governorship
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by YankeeJim | June 23, 2010 at 03:07 am
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If it were not South Carolina, this may not be such a big deal. But, it is South Carolina and the daughter of immigrant Indians is now a candidate for governor of the arch conservative state. The fact that she defeated Strom Thurmond’s son is even more impressive.
Just maybe, South Carolina is turning a big corner here, shunning sexist and racist behavior once and for all.
If you look around these days, you might discover the rise in prominence of Indian-Americans. We are fortunate in America to experience the benefits of cultural diversity. Diversity, according to Frans Johannson, brings to us advantages that he describes as the Medici effect.
“Nikki Haley, Tim Scott win Republican primaries in South Carolina
By Amy Gardner
Washington Post Staff Writer
Wednesday, June 23, 2010“Nikki Haley, the daughter of Indian immigrants, overwhelmingly captured the GOP gubernatorial nomination over Rep. J. Gresham Barrett -- despite a whisper campaign insinuating that she is not really a Christian, as she says she is. And in the 1st Congressional District, Tim Scott, a black state lawmaker from Charleston, convincingly defeated Charleston County Council member Paul Thurmond, a son of the late senator Strom Thurmond (R-S.C.). Barrett and Thurmond are white.”
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at 04:12 on June 23rd, 2010
The sun is shining on South Carolina today.
at 07:32 on June 23rd, 2010
Agreed but the important thing it seems in the case of politicians in America is religion - Bobby Jindal is a converted Christian not sure about Haley but I suspect if either were not Christian it would have much more difficult to get nominated or elected.
at 08:25 on June 23rd, 2010
All along, I though that she must be Irish.
at 15:04 on June 23rd, 2010
I thought about that Christian angle some more. You might be right, but let's float the idea the she might be Hindi.
at 12:32 on June 23rd, 2010
Here is what Chris Cillizza, WP said:
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Nikki Haley's star rises
1. South Carolina state Rep. Nikki Haley's easy victory in the state's gubernatorial runoff Tuesday is sure to establish her as the newest rising star in the GOP ranks and a coveted 2012 endorser.
Not only does Haley look different than the stereotypical Republican -- she is an Indian-American woman -- but she is also the favorite to be the next governor of a state that will play a very large role in selecting the 2012 presidential nominee.
Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, a near-certain candidate for that office, was quick to praise Haley, who he had endorsed earlier this year and who has endorsed his 2008 presidential campaign as well. "Against the longest of odds, Nikki Haley took on the political establishment and won," said Romney.
(Romney also announced endorsements of Sen. Jim DeMint as well as state Sen. Mick Mulvaney who is running against Rep. John Spratt in the 5th district and state Rep. Tim Scott who is seeking the open 1st district.)
Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty, another likely 2012 candidate, told reporters Tuesday that he planned to donate to Haley's campaign from his Freedom First political action committee and has plans to be in South Carolina on June 29 and 30.
And, Haley, for her part, gave credit to former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin who not only endorsed her candidacy but came to the Haley's defense when allegations of martial infidelity emerged. "She gave us that boost we needed when we needed it," Haley said of Palin at her victory speech last night. ( Palin tweeted her congratulations to Haley.)
As for her own future on the national stage -- vice presidential pick, perhaps? -- Haley consultant Jon Lerner downplayed such talk. "Nikki Haley is a remarkable candidate and a remarkable person," he said. "She knows how to stay focused, and her focus will be on winning her general election and improving the lives of South Carolinians."
Still, it's easy to see Haley -- whether she likes it or not -- winding up on some vice presidential long lists and maybe even a few short lists."