Jeb Bush, Mitt Romney Endorse Indian-American Kashkari For California Governor

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"Whether it's creating jobs, implementing regulatory reform or improving education for children, there is no doubt that Neel is the right leader for California," he said.

If elected in the November elections, Kashkari would be the third ever Indian-American to be elected as the governor of a U.S. state after Bobby Jindal from Louisiana and Nikki Haley from South Carolina. All three are from the Republican Party. Bush said California needs a leader who will take on bold reforms that put students first.

"Neel comes from a business background, but his passion is fostering more opportunity for California's children by empowering teachers and parents and unleashing the power of the market to create good jobs," he said.

"From his time in the private sector to his time in public service, Neel has demonstrated a unique ability to bring people together to achieve success in challenging circumstances. He is a principled man of action - not someone who simply leads from behind," Bush said.

Kashkari announced his candidacy in January with a platform focused on jobs and education. The education plan he released recently, "Transforming Our Schools To Lift Achievement, Reduce Income Inequality & Eradicate Poverty," cites Bush's "stunning results lifting the achievement of low-income, inner-city, and minority students" in Florida.

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Source: PTI