WHY ARE INDIANS IN CALIF. WORRIED ABOUT SENATE BILL SB 403 & DON’T WANT IT TO PASS???
(The image above showcases Ritesh Tandon participating in a NO to SB403 rally in Sacramento)
Hello everyone, I hope you're all doing well. Firstly, I would like to express my gratitude for your tremendous support. There has been notable progress on the SB403 Bill, as the term "South Asian" has been removed (although the word "Caste" still remains). Additionally, there has been significant advancement in the Aisha Wahab Recall initiative.
Now, I would like to make a few requests:
(1)
We are in need of 1000 families who can contribute a donation or pledge of $500. It is an urgent requirement to successfully complete the recall process for Senator Wahab.
To make your pledge or donation, please visit: https://bit.ly/500Pledge
For more information, please visit: www.recallwahab.com
Watch+Read+Complete all steps below URGENTLY by MON JUNE 19, 9 a.m.!!!
(2)
Watch 3 videos to educate yourself/others on the challenges Indian Americans are facing in CA & U.S.:
Hindu Hate by Thenmozhi Soundarajan & her Equality Labs Org: https://youtu.be/sGQ4r4ElLyQ
Sen. Aisha Wahab, author of SB 403 targeting our community: https://youtu.be/bBMQQZIzHF8
Dangerous Impact on my kids and family: https://youtube.com/shorts/FHDPDR5ZlYg
(3)
One click emails opposing SB403 bill for 11 Judiciary Assembly Members:
Brian Maienschein: https://tinyurl.com/AsmMaienschein-Ind
Bill Essayli: https://tinyurl.com/AsmEssayli-Ind
Damon Connolly: https://tinyurl.com/AsmConnolly-Ind
Diane Dixon: https://tinyurl.com/AsmDixon-Ind
Matt Haney: https://tinyurl.com/AsmHaney-Ind
Ash Kalra: https://tinyurl.com/AsmKalra-Ind
Blanca Pacheco: https://tinyurl.com/AsmPacheco-Ind
Diane Papan: https://tinyurl.com/AsmPapan-Ind
Eloise Reyes: https://tinyurl.com/AsmReyes-Ind
Robert Rivas: https://tinyurl.com/AsmRivas-Ind
Kate Sanchez: https://tinyurl.com/AsmSanc
(4)
Edit and Send Position Letter as an Individual. FOLLOW SAME STEPS AS #4 ABOVE, BUT PUT IN YOUR INDIVIDUAL NAME, NOT YOUR ORG/GROUP NAME!!!
1. Go to CA GOV PAGE: https://calegislation.lc.ca.gov/Advocates/
2. Copy HAF Sample letter: https://shorturl.at/fltN3
(5)
HAF One click Campaign to Senators/ Assembly Members:
https://www.hinduamerican.org/take-action?vvsrc=%2fCampaigns%2f102993%2fRespond
(6)
CRITICAL: Change your Monday schedule & plan a physical visit to have in person meetings w/Assembly Judiciary Members in Sacramento on Monday June 19th!
Brian Maienschein (Chair) - Suite 5640 - (916) 319-2076
Bill Essayli (Vice Chair) - Suite 4520 - (916) 319-2063
Damon Connolly - Suite 5240 - (916) 319-2012
Diane Dixon - Suite 5330 - (916) 319-2072
Matt Haney - Suite 5310 - (916) 319-2017
Ash Kalra - Suite 4610 - (916) 319-2025
Blanca Pacheco - Suite 6240 - (916) 319-2064
Diane Papan - Suite 4220 - (916) 319-2021
Eloise Gómez Reyes - Suite 8210 - (916) 319-2050
Robert Rivas - Suite 5110 - (916) 319-2029
Kate A. Sanchez - Suite 434 - (916) 319-2071
Location:
1021 O St, Sacramento, CA 95814
Asking assemblymembers “NO on SB 403” is not enough, instead ask them these probing questions:
- Show me the hard data. What documented/reported cases exist for people who actually faced caste-based discrimination?
- Can they make it public? Just the one Cisco case keeps being referenced repeatedly, even that discrimination complaint is suspected to be made up. The court dismissed this case & was taken back by CRD.
- Why did CRD take back the case against the Cisco engineers?
- Would CA State codify + institutionalize a Colonial-era framework & blasphemous slur that’s not germane to US history & communities?
- Would you find comfort & common cause with groups that have a demonstrated track record of religious bigotry & hate speech?
- The word “caste” is deeply and stereotypically associated with the South Asian+Indian+Hindu community, which is also clear from the legislative history of the bill. Would the State consider the negative impact on South Asian+Indian+Hindu origin children/youth who would be subject to mental health & physical harm, because they will be racially profiled and stereotyped by other children/youth?
Ladies and gentlemen, the moment has arrived for us to support all Americans, including Hindu Americans and our future generations. I kindly urge you to persist in your efforts. While there have been some developments in the bill, certain amendments have not adequately addressed our concerns. Therefore, let us persist in advocating for our cause, presenting factual information, and ensuring our voices are heard.
Regards
Ritesh Tandon
US Congressional CA 17 Candidate 2024 (Moderate Democrat)