Four Nepali Americans seek seats in three US state legislatures
Summary
Four Americans of Nepali origin are running for seats in state legislatures in Maryland, New Hampshire and New York in the November 3 midterm elections. The candidates are campaigning on issues including healthcare, education, cost of living and support for the Nepali community.
Key Points
- Four Nepali-origin Americans are contesting state legislature seats in Maryland, New Hampshire and New York as Democrats.
- Harry Bhandari is seeking a third term in Maryland and has highlighted work on healthcare access and Dashain Day recognition.
- Satish Chapagain is running for the Maryland House of Delegates for the first time, while Bishwa Bahadur Shah is campaigning in New Hampshire on cost of living and public services.
- Sarahana Shrestha is seeking a third term in New York and has focused on housing, climate policy, healthcare and Nepali community issues.
