Florida Democratic Party Condemns Racist Statements by Palm Bay Councilman Chandler Langevin

Following Palm Bay Councilman Chandler Langevin’s bigoted, harmful, and racist remarks towards the Indian American community, Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried released the following statement:

“Chandler Langevin’s comments towards the Indian American community are vile and reprehensible. The people of Palm Bay deserve better leadership than someone who so proudly displays his hateful ignorance through divisive and racist rhetoric. 

The Florida Democratic Party proudly stands in solidarity with our Indian American neighbors and is grateful for their contributions to our State. We look forward to beating bigots like Mr. Langevin at the ballot box to ensure Florida’s elected officials represent the best of our shared values.”

Rishi Bagga, Florida Democratic Party Rules Committee Member and Board Member of the Orange County Democratic Party stated:

“The statements and social media posts made by Councilman Langevin are abhorrent and disgraceful. Indian Americans deserve better from their elected leaders and cannot stand for those who question their loyalty to this country and their commitment to the American Dream. We will make our voices heard in the halls of power and in every election.”