Tim Walz celebrates Diwali at Pennsylvania temple, highlights South Asian contributions
Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz celebrated Diwali at the Bharatiya Temple in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. He highlighted the growing political influence of Indian-Americans and emphasized the importance of diversity in the U.S. Walz participated in the festivities by lighting a diya and greeting attendees with "Namaste." His remarks focused on unity and the contributions of South Asians to American society, which resonated well with the crowd. The event is part of the Harris-Walz campaign's strategy to engage minority communities in Pennsylvania, a key swing state in the upcoming election. The Indian-American community's political influence is seen as significant in this tight race.