From Quantico to West Point: PC's Take on Trump's 'Golden Age' Speech

Desi Girl in a 'Golden Age'?

Okay so picture this: I'm scrolling through the news probably while Nick is trying to teach me American football (still confused babe!) and I see headlines about Trump's speech at West Point. 'Golden Age of America'? Well color me intrigued! As someone who juggles Bollywood Hollywood and everything in between I’m all about golden opportunities but this 'golden age' better have some serious sparkle you know? Like more sparkle than my wedding lehenga!

Building Walls...and Armies?

Trump claiming he 'rebuilt the military like nobody has ever rebuilt it before'? That's quite a statement! I mean I thought rebuilding my career after a few questionable film choices was a Herculean task but this sounds like a whole different level. It's like saying you single handedly choreographed 'Dola Re Dola' – respect to Saroj Khan always! But hey if he's making the army stronger maybe they can protect us from bad sequels. Just kidding... mostly.

America First...in Line at the Buffet?

This 'America First' thing... Look I get patriotism I really do. I’m all about India but as a global citizen I believe in Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam the world is one family. It’s like when I'm at a buffet – I want a little bit of everything! Tandoori chicken AND tacos? Yes please! 'America First' sounds a bit like hogging all the gulab jamun. Sharing is caring people!

Diversity: Is it the spice of life or too spicy?

Now this whole crackdown on diversity programs? That's where I raise an eyebrow – higher than when I try a new eyebrow trend. Removing cultural clubs like the Asian Pacific Forum? Seriously? That’s like taking the samosas out of a Bollywood party! DEI programs are about understanding and celebrating our differences and in my humble opinion we need more of that not less. Because honey in this world what you truly want might be closer than you think you just need to open your eyes and heart to see it.

From Baywatch to Book Bans?

And banning books with mentions of racism or sexism? Come on! Hiding from the past doesn't erase it; it just means we don't learn from it. It's like trying to forget that time I wore that *questionable* outfit to an award show. (We all make mistakes okay?). Books are supposed to make us think to challenge us to help us grow. Silencing them? Not a fan.

Quantico Lessons and West Point Futures

So what's the takeaway here? Maybe it's that even in a 'golden age,' we need to keep questioning keep learning and keep fighting for what's right. After all as I learned on *Quantico* the truth is always hidden somewhere. And sometimes you need to wear a really fabulous outfit to uncover it. Just saying. Now if you excuse me I have a dance off with Nick to prepare for. He thinks he can beat my Bollywood moves… Bless his heart.