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Indian American Impact endorses Desis for Texas municipal elections
Early voting began on April 22 and will continue through April 30, ahead of Election Day on May 3
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Malvika Choudhary - Sat, 26, Apr 2025
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Sukh Kaur and Gurvinder Singh /
Indian American Impact, endorsed two Indian-origin candidates ahead of the Texas municipal elections scheduled for May 3.
The organization announced its support for Sukh Kaur, who is seeking re-election to the San Antonio City Council representing District 1, and Gurvinder Singh, who is contesting for a seat on the Sachse City Council Place 6.
Texas municipal elections are happening next Saturday, May 3rd!
— Indian American Impact (@IA_Impact) April 25, 2025
We’re proud to endorse 5 South Asian candidates in Texas who are leading with purpose, advocating for equity, and working to strengthen our schools, neighborhoods, and communities.
Meet the changemakers:
Kaur created history in 2023 as the first South Asian elected to the San Antonio City Council. She is the founder of EDreimagined, an organization promoting innovative school models, and has previously served as an educator and small business owner.
We’re proud to endorse @DrSukhD1 for San Antonio City Council D-1! An immigrant, passionate educator, and small business owner, Sukh is the first South Asian to serve on the Council and a tireless advocate for public schools, economic growth, and a government that uplifts all. pic.twitter.com/LLnmL4vjQe
— Indian American Impact (@IA_Impact) April 25, 2025
During her term, she has prioritized infrastructure improvements, public safety initiatives, and affordable housing. Facing a competitive race with nine challengers, Kaur has received endorsements from key figures, including San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and U.S. Representative Joaquin Castro.
In Sachse, Singh is challenging incumbent Matt Prestenberg for City Council Place 6. A lifelong North Texan Singh has lived in Sachse since 2014.
He holds a degree in Telecommunications from the University of Texas at Dallas and is an entrepreneur with successful ventures in real estate, construction, and insurance. Singh is also noted for his humanitarian efforts, having led over 50 global disaster relief missions as the International Humanitarian Aid director for UNITED SIKHS.
Early voting began on April 22 and will continue through April 30, ahead of Election Day on May 3.
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