PRIMARY ELECTIONS: TIPS FOR SOUTH ASIAN VOTERS

As South Asian voters gear up for the March 2024 primary elections, it's pivotal to prioritize selecting candidates and parties whose values align with issues crucial to South Asian Texans. When heading to the polls, consider backing candidates who advocate for fully funded public schools, accessible healthcare, women's rights, and gun safety. Your vote can shape the future of Texas and ensure that our community's concerns are heard and addressed effectively. Let's empower South Asian voices and vote for candidates who stand for our values.


Explore Party Platforms: Dive into the platforms and ideologies of the political parties involved. Choose the party whose values and policies best align with your beliefs, including fully funded public schools, healthcare access, women's rights, and gun safety.


  1. Research Candidate Profiles: Scrutinize the backgrounds, qualifications, and policy stances of candidates within each party. Look for leaders committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by the South Asian community.

  2. Evaluate Community Engagement: Consider the level of engagement and outreach by each party and its candidates within the South Asian community. Seek candidates who actively listen to and address the concerns of South Asian voters.

  3. Prioritize Representation and Diversity: Support candidates who embrace the diversity of the South Asian diaspora and advocate for inclusivity and representation in all levels of government.

  4. Assess Impact on South Asian Issues: Analyze how each party's policies and candidates address key issues affecting South Asian Texans, such as immigration reform, healthcare, education equity, and civil rights.

  5. Consider Long-Term Vision: Look for candidates with a clear vision and plan for long-term change that benefits South Asians and other marginalized communities.

  6. Embrace Collaborative Leadership: Choose candidates who prioritize collaboration and working across diverse communities to address shared challenges.

  7. Stay Informed and Engaged: Stay updated on primary election developments and candidate positions. Participate in discussions, attend candidate forums, and seek credible sources of information to make well-informed decisions.