Indian and Black voters rally behind Kamala Harris' historic nomination

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Kamala Harris' speech tonight will make history.

The current Vice President will be the first Black woman and first Asian American person to accept the nomination for president from a major party. Harris' mom is an Indian immigrant, and her father is a Jamaican immigrant. 

“Women of color have not been celebrated like they should," said JoAnne Willamson, an adjunct instructor at UW-Milwaukee. “A lot of people that are biracial and I’m sure it’s giving them a boost to see her in this position.”

Williamson says as a Black woman, she's proud to see Harris on the Democratic National Convention Stage. 

“I think it's great. It validates a lot of things for people of color that if you work hard and your honest and do your best, you too can achieve things," said Williamson. 

For people like Bobby Singh, this is something that he never dreamed of. 

“It’s very proud moment for her and for the county and for Indians, too. Whatever region her mom is from, they will be very proud," said Singh. 

The Bollywood Grill owner immigrated to the United States from India in 1990. He believes Harris' journey is just the beginning. 

“More Indian people can become involved in politics, you know. Not only in business, but they can become politicians," said Singh. 

Williamson agrees. At Harris' rally at Fiserv Forum, Williamson says she saw young Black girls excited for the election, 

“I noticed a lot of little girls and I think parents that brought their little girls are trying to show them that this is what you can aspire to," said Williamson.

Williamson and Singh say they hope that for the future generations, representation won't be historic. It'll be the norm. 

“It’s very tough job, but she had to work hard and she’s getting there. If she becomes president, we will be happy and proud," said Singh.