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The Caste Bill that Split California's Hindu Community
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17:47Now PlayingOn October 7, 2023, California's Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that sought to explicitly outlaw caste-based discrimination, a topic that gained traction following events like "Caste Con" and the legal case involving CISCO Systems in California. If passed, California would have been the pioneer U.S. state to enact such legislation, especially considering institutions like Brandeis University and the California State University system have already incorporated caste in their anti-discrimination policies. The bill's intent was to protect individuals, especially Dalits, from bias in housing, education, and the tech sector. Newsom defended his decision, referencing existing provisions in California's laws that cover discrimination on grounds such as sex, race, religion, and more, deeming the bill “unnecessary.” The debate over caste discrimination and its implications, including concerns about inadvertently reinforcing caste distinctions or further stigmatizing the U.S. Hindu community, has deeply divided the Indian American community. Many, including key voices at events like "Caste Con" and representatives from Hindu organizations, express apprehensions about potential biases against Hindus and people of Indian descent due to such legislation.
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