Welcome to Belle Mead, which recorded just four Asian Americans in 2010. Now a decade later, AAPI make up a majority of the hamlet’s 5,569 residents.
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NBC Asian America series: AAPI Vote
Who is the AAPI voter and what does the fastest-growing demographic in the U.S. care about? Reporters visited small enclaves and major AAPI hubs; explored identity issues, shifting trends and historic gains; interviewed major candidates to watch and more.
Indian Americans say they cannot be ignored this election cycle and are more sure than ever of what they want from their leaders. Experts say they could help turn the tide in 2024.
California Democrat Dave Min hopes his heavily Asian American district will give him a seat to help regain control of the House.
“We don’t only want to be talked to by political figures when there’s a spike in xenophobia,” Kim told NBC News, speaking as a member of the Asian American community himself.
