Frisco mayoral candidate Mark Hill has been endorsed by the American Hindu Coalition in the final days before the city’s June 13 runoff election. Hill is running against businessman Rod Vilhauer in the runoff, which was triggered after no candidate won a majority in the May mayoral election.

Endorsement and Campaign

The American Hindu Coalition praised Hill’s message of unity and collaboration, stating that his commitment to unity resonates most with their community. Hill believes that Frisco’s greatest strength is its people and that the city’s future depends on residents, businesses, educators, and community organizations working together.

A video posted to Hill’s Facebook page shows him receiving a ceremonial shawl and speaking with American Hindu Coalition representatives. Hill thanked the group for the endorsement, recognizing his vision and leadership focused on Frisco’s values of opportunity, education, and safety for residents.

Runoff Election

The endorsement comes during a runoff that has featured sharp contrasts between Hill’s “Unite Frisco” message and Vilhauer’s “Frisco First” campaign. Hill led the four-candidate field with 8,705 votes, or 34.64%, while Vilhauer finished second with 7,895 votes, or 31.42%, according to unofficial election-night results.

Questions over immigration, H-1B hiring, religious law, development, and local governance have also surfaced during the race. Vilhauer has raised concerns about Sharia law as part of his campaign message, stating that it is a comprehensive legal and governing system that does not recognize the supremacy of the U.S. Constitution or Texas law.

Original reporting: The Dallas Express — read the source article.