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ravi singh

ravi singh is an american entrepreneur , author , and former politician .
he is the founder and ceo of electionmall technologies , a non-partisan company that offers technology products and services tailored to those running for political office .
singh became known as the first u.s. cadet to graduate from a military academy with a turban .
his 1998 bid for the illinois legislature made him the first asian to ever run for the position .
singh has been honored with numerous awards and recognitions including the `` sikh in media award '' in 2010 , as well as being named sas one of the `` 50 outstanding asian americans '' and a `` rising star , '' a prestigious honor given in politics .
