Five Bangladeshi-origin candidates have made history by securing victories in various constituencies across the United States during the elections held on November 5, 2024.
Sheikh Rahman
Sheikh Rahman has been re-elected as a senator in Georgia’s State Senate District 5, marking his fourth term.
Rahman, Georgia’s first Muslim and Asian senator, won with a commanding lead, securing twice as many votes as his Republican opponent Lisa Budge.
He will serve a two-year term.
Nabilah Islam Parkes
Nabilah Islam Parkes made history as the first Muslim woman elected to Georgia’s State Senate District 7.
At just 27 years old, she defeated Republican Gregory Howard by securing 46,231 votes to his 37,867.
She will also serve a two-year term.
Dr Nurun Nabi
Ekushey Padak-winning freedom fighter and author Dr Nurun Nabi has been re-elected unopposed as a councilman for Plainsboro Township, New Jersey.
This marks his fifth consecutive term in office.
Masudur Rahman
Masudur Rahman has been re-elected as a state senator for Connecticut’s District 4.
He received over 33,000 votes, breaking a 50-year record for the highest number of votes in the district.
Rahman, Connecticut’s first Bangladeshi-American senator, defeated Republican candidate Stephen King, who garnered 18,000 votes.
He will serve a two-year term.
Abul Bashar Khan
Republican candidate Abul Bashar Khan has been re-elected for the sixth time to the New Hampshire State House of Representatives.
Representing Rockingham District 30, Khan secured 2,939 votes, defeating Democratic candidate Bob Allbright, who received 1,726 votes.
Khan’s victory sets a record for consecutive terms, and he will serve another two-year term.
These victories reflect the growing influence and recognition of the Bangladeshi-American community in US politics.
