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Beyond Bollywood Artifacts
Dilip Singh Saund, a California farmer, mathematician, and judge from Imperial County, made history in 1957, becoming the first Asian elected to Congress. He served there until 1963, staunchly supporting civil rights. Saund paved the way for generations of immigrants—Indian, Asian, and otherwise—who would also become public servants, some as elected officials, others as community organizers.
Courtesy of Eric Saund
Beyond Bollywood Artifacts
Dilip Singh Saund, a California farmer, mathematician, and judge from Imperial County, made history in 1957, becoming the first Asian elected to Congress. He served there until 1963, staunchly supporting civil rights. Saund paved the way for generations of immigrants—Indian, Asian, and otherwise—who would also become public servants, some as elected officials, others as community organizers.
Courtesy of Eric Saund