AR Rahman has added his voice to a chorus of leaders
AR Rahman has recorded a 30-minute performance video to endorse Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign.
This makes AR Rahman the first South Asian artist to endorse the United States’ current Vice President.
Ahead of the US elections on November 5, 2024, the music icon’s video is poised to boost the Democratic presidential campaign.
It is also expected to increase Ms Harris’ visibility ahead of the election, where she aims to become the first female President of the United States.
Shekar Narasimhan, the Asian-American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Victory Fund Chairperson, said:
“With this performance, AR Rahman has added his voice to a chorus of leaders and artists who are standing up for progress and representation in America.”
The AAPI Victory Fund is a political committee which seeks to encourage and mobilise eligible voters who are Asian Americans, as well as native Hawaiians, to step up and contribute to the country’s future.
Mr Narasimhan added: “This is more than just a musical event, it’s a call to action for our communities to engage and vote for the future we want to see.”
The AAPI Victory Fund emphasised that the endorsement from AR Rahman is a significant moment in this election cycle, underscoring the growing importance of AAPI voters.
Rahman’s public support not only highlights the increasing attention being given to this diverse voter group but also signals a broader wave of enthusiasm for the Harris-Walz ticket.
His endorsement reflects the campaign’s efforts to connect with AAPI communities, which are expected to play a key role in the upcoming election.
In conjunction with this announcement, a teaser video has been released featuring AR Rahman alongside MR Rangaswami, the founder of Indiaspora.
ANNOUNCING: A. R. RAHMAN Virtual Concert WORLD PREMIERE on SUNDAY 10/13 at 8 PM ET! Save your spot to see @arrahman perform classic favorites, recorded exclusively for this celebration in support of Kamala Harris: https://t.co/kWaT3X6iID#ARRahman #ARR pic.twitter.com/hON70umlqp
— AAPI Victory Fund (@AAPIVictoryFund) October 11, 2024
The video aims to build anticipation for Rahman’s upcoming performance, which is designed to engage AAPI voters and elevate Harris’ profile among this demographic.
Reportedly, Rahman’s performance will include some of his most beloved songs, blending entertainment with advocacy.
Interwoven with the music will be messages that promote Kamala Harris’ candidacy, particularly focusing on her dedication to the AAPI community and her commitment to addressing issues important to them.
This event aims to combine cultural pride with political mobilisation, energising voters and highlighting the significance of their voice in the election.
The video will be broadcast on AAPI Victory Fund’s YouTube channel on October 13, 2024.
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