American of Indian origin Sam Joshi, who recently won the Democratic primary election for Edison’s mayor, new Jersey, will now face Republican candidate W Keith Hahn in the general election on November 2, 2021. Born and raised in Edison – the center of the Indian-American community – Joshi, who is the VP of the city council, felt that he was able to easily connect with every demographic, including Indian-Americans.
“I was born and raised in Edison, so I have a unique perspective here as a first-generation American. It’s incredible for everyone to really work toward understanding and adopting each other’s culture.” It is important to me, just like I have American roots. Indian heritage. I am proud of my heritage.” TIMESOFINDIA.com.
His parents moved to America from Gujarat. His mother’s family still lives in India.
The 27-year-old received support from prominent Democrats in New Jersey, including the state’s governor Phil Murphy. “I am incredibly grateful for the Governor’s full support Murphy, two US senators, several members of Congress And many more prominent executives across NJ. Many elected officials who have supported my candidacy have long known my integrity and passion for public service.”
If elected, he plans to focus on making Edison a leader in the future by making it a center of science, technology, education, and healthcare. “I plan to launch municipal broadband for fast, cheap and reliable internet. Having the fastest internet in New Jersey will lead to a better economy, tech-based jobs, and better education. My masterplan will prioritize the expansion of the internet. Rutgers University, Middlesex County College, as well as two hospital campuses in Edison. We can develop an economy that we are proud of and our growth is long-term,” he explained.
Joshi is also committed to inspiring youth to take up public service careers. “I started my first government internship when I was 14 and attended every year. Since taking office in 2018, I have had 156 students, many of whom are Indian-Americans, in my internship program. And subsequent surveys showed students. Until they participated in my program, they were not interested in government or politics. After that, 70 percent wanted to pursue a career in public service.”
“I was born and raised in Edison, so I have a unique perspective here as a first-generation American. It’s incredible for everyone to really work toward understanding and adopting each other’s culture.” It is important to me, just like I have American roots. Indian heritage. I am proud of my heritage.” TIMESOFINDIA.com.
His parents moved to America from Gujarat. His mother’s family still lives in India.
The 27-year-old received support from prominent Democrats in New Jersey, including the state’s governor Phil Murphy. “I am incredibly grateful for the Governor’s full support Murphy, two US senators, several members of Congress And many more prominent executives across NJ. Many elected officials who have supported my candidacy have long known my integrity and passion for public service.”
If elected, he plans to focus on making Edison a leader in the future by making it a center of science, technology, education, and healthcare. “I plan to launch municipal broadband for fast, cheap and reliable internet. Having the fastest internet in New Jersey will lead to a better economy, tech-based jobs, and better education. My masterplan will prioritize the expansion of the internet. Rutgers University, Middlesex County College, as well as two hospital campuses in Edison. We can develop an economy that we are proud of and our growth is long-term,” he explained.
Joshi is also committed to inspiring youth to take up public service careers. “I started my first government internship when I was 14 and attended every year. Since taking office in 2018, I have had 156 students, many of whom are Indian-Americans, in my internship program. And subsequent surveys showed students. Until they participated in my program, they were not interested in government or politics. After that, 70 percent wanted to pursue a career in public service.”
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