"Our deity is a very powerful God. If we pray well to him, he will make her victorious," said M. Natarajan, the temple priest that led the prayers in front of the image of Hindu deity Ayyanar, a form of Lord Shiva. This reflects the faith the villagers have in a spiritual connection impacting Kamala Harris' potential success in the U.S. elections.
"Our village ancestors' granddaughter is running as a U.S. presidential candidate. Her victory will be happy news for every one of us," Natarajan said. This statement underscores the pride and hope the villagers feel regarding Kamala Harris’s candidacy, linking their heritage and aspirations.
"There's little to distinguish the village of Thulasendrapuram from any other rural community in Tamil Nadu, except its connection to a woman who could become America's first leader with South Asian roots." This highlights the unique distinction and significance of the village in the context of Harris's political ambitions.
"The village's sudden fame has helped bring money into the village. Recently, construction began on a water storage tank with funds donated by a local bank. Village residents say it will carry a plaque with Harris' name." This illustrates how Harris's candidacy has positively impacted the local economy and infrastructure, creating pride among residents.
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