Nearly 40% of Indian Americans have considered leaving the United States, with political disillusionment and life pressures being the main reasons.

Over 60% of Americans are disillusioned with politics; nearly 40% of Indian Americans have considered leaving

A survey reveals that the "American Dream" for Indians may be fading: nearly 60% feel disillusioned with American politics, and almost 40% of Indian Americans have considered emigrating.

According to a report cited by Central News Agency from New Delhi Television (NDTV), for many Indians, the United States was once the ultimate dream destination. However, an increasing number now find that the "American Dream" is no longer as appealing, with many Indian Americans contemplating leaving the country.

The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, in collaboration with online polling firm YouGov, surveyed 1,000 respondents, revealing that nearly 40% of Indian Americans have considered immigration due to political, economic, and social factors.

The study shows that about 14% of respondents said they "often consider leaving the U.S.," while around 26% said they "sometimes consider leaving the U.S."

The survey notes that over 5.2 million Indian Americans currently reside in the United States. The primary factor driving Indian Americans to consider leaving is politics. A significant 58% of respondents expressed disappointment in American politics, 54% cited excessive living costs as a reason for wanting to leave, and another 41% voiced concerns about personal safety, making them reluctant to stay in the U.S.

The findings indicate that Indian Americans' negative sentiment toward U.S. politics stems largely from dissatisfaction with former President Donald Trump, as 71% of respondents said they disapproved of his approach to economics, immigration, and international relations.

Although U.S.-India relations often remain ambiguous, foreign policy is not a major concern for most Indian Americans. However, the increasingly exclusionary domestic atmosphere in the U.S. makes immigrants—including Indian Americans—feel alienated and out of place.

Discrimination and ongoing social unrest are key reasons why Indian Americans are considering departure. Even though violent incidents have not significantly increased, growing anxiety persists about encountering prejudice in daily life—especially in workplaces and online. Many reported avoiding discussions on certain topics and feeling uneasy in public spaces.

Additionally, economic pressure is another source of discontent among Indian Americans. Rising living costs in the U.S. make it difficult for many middle-class families to sustain long-term residency, particularly in major metropolitan and tech hubs.

Twenty-one percent of respondents expressed concern over inflation, while 17% worried about job security—indicating that economic pressures are reshaping Indian Americans’ perceptions of life in the U.S.

Immigration-related issues have long remained unresolved, including severe visa application backlogs, delayed green card processing, and unpredictable policies—all of which continue to affect individuals. Professionals holding temporary work visas, despite having lived and worked in the U.S. for years, still face uncertainty about their future, fueling dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs.

Source: rfi

Original: toutiao.com/article/1863302675181635/

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