Obama praises Sikh man with rainbow turban for Pride in California

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Last Updated : Jun 05 2019 | 6:10 PM IST

An Indian-origin Sikh neuroscientist, who is bisexual, has found praise from former US president Barack Obama for
Praising Kohli, Obama tweeted on Tuesday: "You've got a lot to be proud of, Jiwandeep. Thanks for everything you do to make this country a little more equal. Turban looks great, by the way. Happy Pride Month, everybody!"
"I wouldn't want people to have the impression that I'm just wearing it as an accessory," he said. "A turban is a sign to the world that you're a person the world can turn to for help."

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First Published: Jun 05 2019 | 6:10 PM IST

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