ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Rep. Raul Ruiz co-sponsors resolution condemning Hinduphobia
The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) thanked Ruiz for his support, calling it “all the more important given the rash of temple vandalism in California since December 2023.”
-
1759953093.png)
Staff Reporter - Wed, 12, Nov 2025
- 15:41 EST
- 6
Raul Ruiz / ruiz.house.gov
California Congressman Raul Ruiz signed on as a co-sponsor of a bipartisan measure introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize the contributions of Hindu Americans and to condemn Hinduphobia and attacks on Hindu places of worship.
The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) thanked Ruiz for his support, calling it “all the more important given the rash of temple vandalism in California since December 2023.” In a post on X, CoHNA said the lawmaker was briefed on the issue by Dr. Roop Goyal, who highlighted the rise in anti-Hindu hate in the state. The group also acknowledged Dr. Rakesh Gupta for his role in the outreach.
Also Read: Rep. Thanedar reintroduces Hinduphobia resolution in 119th Congress
House Resolution 69 was introduced on Jan. 24 by Rep. Shri Thanedar (D–MI) and referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. It is co-sponsored by members across party lines, including Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D–IL) and Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D–VA).
The resolution, titled “Celebrating Hindu Americans, condemning attacks on Hindu places of worship, Hinduphobia, and anti-Hindu bigotry, and for other purposes,” affirms that Hinduism is one of the world’s largest and oldest religions, with more than 1.2 billion adherents in over 100 countries.
We thank Congressman Dr Raul Ruiz (D, CA) for signing on to co-sponsor House Resolution 69 that recognizes Hindu Americans' contributions and condemns Hinduphobia!
— CoHNA (Coalition of Hindus of North America) (@CoHNAOfficial) November 11, 2025
His support for this bi-partisan resolution is all the more important given the rash of temple vandalism in… pic.twitter.com/YcOCDSjJZ3
It recognizes that the United States has welcomed more than four million Hindus since the 1900s and has benefited from their contributions in every sector of national life—from science and medicine to arts, literature, and public service.
The text of the resolution notes that Hindu traditions, such as yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and Vedanta philosophy, have enriched American society. It also highlights how figures like Martin Luther King Jr. drew inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi’s teachings of nonviolent civil disobedience, rooted in Hindu philosophy, which influenced the American civil rights movement.
Despite these positive contributions, the resolution observes that Hindu Americans have faced growing challenges—including stereotyping, disinformation, bullying, and hate crimes.
Citing data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Hate Crimes Statistics Report, it warns that anti-Hindu hate incidents are on the rise nationwide.
Thanedar, who has led the resolution, said its introduction follows an “alarming rise in anti-Hindu sentiment” and aims to bring formal acknowledgment of Hindu Americans’ role in U.S. society while combating hate-based discrimination.
Related
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
E Paper
Video
Comments
Start the conversation
Become a member of New India Abroad to start commenting.
Sign Up Now
Already have an account? Login