Praising Indian American Republican Council

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-S.C.) made the following remarks from the House Floor:"Mr. Speaker, I want to commend the impressive gains made by the Indian American Republican Council since its founding two years ago. Under the outstanding leadership of Chairman Dr. Raghavendra Vijayanagar, there are eleven independent IARC state affiliates, eight Indian Americans are delegates at the Republican National Convention, and President George W. Bush has appointed 14 Indian Americans to his Administration, more than any other President," said Congressman Wilson. "In particular I commend the delegates attending the Republican National Convention: from Florida, Dr. Vijay, Dr. Zach Zachariah, Dr. George Thomas, and Dr. Akshay Desai; from Georgia, Mr. Narender Reddy; from Mississippi, Dr. Sampat Shivangi; from Maryland, Dr. Shambu Banik; and from Virginia, Shayam Menon, a prominent graduate of Washington & Lee University. "The IARC has become a nationally respected organization due to the energy, commitment, and dedication shown by its Board of Directors, led by Dr. Vijay. I look forward to working with the IARC to further the growing ties between Indian Americans and the Republican Party, based on the shared values of promoting families and limited government. "In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September 11th," said Congressman Wilson.###