Ajit Varma is running for City Council because he wants Palo Alto to be the best place to live, raise a family, and start a company for generations to come.
This story is the fifth in our series on conversations with candidates – SHORT TAKES for India Currents – where first time contenders for political office share their aspirations and plans with our community!
If you live in Palo Alto, take a look!

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Short Takes: Belal Aftab in Saratoga
Short Takes : Harbir Bhatia in Santa Clara
Short Takes: Sri Muppidi in Dublin