Indian tech immigrants remained silent when Mexicans, Puerto Ricans, Haitians, or Chinese faced discrimination. Now, as calls to end H1B visas grow, they feel alienated and wonder why no one is supporting them. Many Indian tech workers believed they were above reproach, given their reputation for success reflected in most immigration statistics.
While Indian immigrants have statistically been among the most favored immigrant groups—cited often for high education levels, household incomes, and career success—this has not placed them above the biases embedded within American systems. Unfortunately, the current hostility toward the H1B visa and Indian workers echoes what other immigrant groups have endured for years.
The future of immigration in the United States depends on cross-community alliances. When immigrants stand together—whether advocating for fair employment, protection from deportation, or equitable policy—they build a unified, louder voice against exclusionary practices.
While Indian immigrants have statistically been among the most favored immigrant groups—cited often for high education levels, household incomes, and career success—this has not placed them above the biases embedded within American systems. Unfortunately, the current hostility toward the H1B visa and Indian workers echoes what other immigrant groups have endured for years.
The future of immigration in the United States depends on cross-community alliances. When immigrants stand together—whether advocating for fair employment, protection from deportation, or equitable policy—they build a unified, louder voice against exclusionary practices.
