Senator Cory Booker reflects on Navratri celebrations

U.S. Senator Cory Booker has shared reflections on the Navratri festival, noting its significance within the communities of New Jersey. He observed celebrations in various locations, including Jersey City, Elizabeth, Cherry Hill, and Parsippany, highlighting the traditional dances such as garba and dandiya raas.

Booker emphasized the central tenets of the festival, specifically the triumph of good over evil and the celebration of Shakti. He stated that the values of courage, faith, and righteousness reflected in Navratri are core principles he strives to uphold in the U.S. Senate to combat hatred and division.