New Jersey state Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula may have triumphed over his opponents in a Democratic Party debate last week, but his campaign for a House of Representatives seat is caught in a controversy. Arthur J Pais reports
The defeat of Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula from the 7th Congressional District in New Jersey is not entirely unexpected, even though official results may be delayed for days because of Hurricane Sandy.
The Sikhs emphasised that there must be basic understanding of their religion and its practices among school officials.
A graduate of Baroda Medical College, Srinivasan, a Republican, won from the 31st District in Glastonbury trouncing the two-time Democratic incumbent. He campaigned on issues like fiscal responsibility, opportunities for businesses to grow, and better health care.