“Scum of the orient is Hindu, stealing our jobs: Article published by American newspapers in 1910 exposes history of Hinduphobia in the US amid H-1B visa debate”, Opindia, January 3, 2025:
“The recent discussions surrounding the H-1B visa have exposed the underlying sentiments of neo-Nazis and white nationalists, who have never truly hidden their racist ideologies. These groups have resorted to despicable tactics to demean Indians, Hindus, and Hinduism, all while masquerading as advocates for American rights.
Notably, this blatant racism directed at Indians, in specific Hindus, has become increasingly apparent in last few years, which might lead some to be deceived into believing that it is a recent development.
The phrase “The more things change, the more they remain the same” is particularly relevant to the United States and the West, especially in relation to the racists within these countries. Interestingly, an article from 1910 which was carried by multiple American newspapers has been making the rounds online affirming the same……..”
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