Despite the changing political climate in India. Mr. Gandhis commitment to democratic institutions remains unswerving. Consequently. he deserves a warm welcome from this Government. and I invite my colleagues to join me in in this celebration of friendship and democratic values. As Mr. Gandhi will soon demonstrate with the opening of the Festival of India. United StatesIndia friendship transcends diplomatic matters. Over 400.000 Asian Indians have immigrated to the United States. enriching American culture with their art. music. and cuisine. Meanwhile. Indian political thought has had a profound influence on recent American politics. particularly in the field of civil rights.
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