Biden picks Indian-American Neera Tanden as new domestic policy adviser

Neera Tanden, an Indian-American policy expert, has been chosen by President Joe Biden to be his new domestic policy adviser. Tanden is the first woman of colour to hold this position and brings a wealth of experience to the role.

Tanden is the president of the Center for American Progress, a progressive think tank based in Washington, D.C. She has also served as a senior adviser in both the Obama and Clinton administrations, where she worked on health care reform and other domestic policy issues.

As domestic policy adviser, Tanden will be responsible for advising the president on a range of domestic policy issues, including health care, education, and social welfare. She will also play a key role in shaping the Biden administration’s agenda and working with Congress to pass legislation.

Tanden’s appointment has been praised by progressive groups and lawmakers, who have highlighted her expertise and commitment to social justice issues. However, her nomination has also faced some opposition from Republicans, who have criticized her past tweets and comments about GOP lawmakers.

Despite the opposition, Tanden’s appointment is seen as a significant step forward for women and people of colour in the policy-making world. Her experience and commitment to progressive values make her well-suited for the role of domestic policy adviser, and she is expected to play a key role in shaping the Biden administration’s agenda for years to come.

RE-reported from the story originally published in LokmatTimes English