In Eid message, Biden boasts of ‘inter-agency task force with senior government officials to tackle’ Islamophobia~CAIR celebrates Congressional Eid resolution which says there are ‘1,200,000 Muslim voters’ in the U.S.
BY ROBERT SPENCER
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This will mean more crackdowns on the freedom of speech. This is because the term “Islamophobia” is an illegitimate conflation of two distinct phenomena: vigilante attacks against innocent Muslims, which are never justified, and honest analysis of the motivating ideology of jihad terror, which is always necessary. The objective of this conflation is to silence that analysis by falsely claiming that it leads to or causes those attacks.
“Biden pledges to fight Islamophobia in Eid message,” by Anwar Iqbal, Dawn, April 22, 2023:
WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden assured Muslims in his Eid message on Friday that his administration was committed to addressing Islamophobia as an ideology of hate.
“As we celebrate our blessings this Eid, let us also recommit ourselves to the timeless work of building peace and standing up for the rights and dignity of all people,” he said in a message released by the White House.
“My administration is also committed to addressing all forms of hate, including Islamophobia. This is why I established an inter-agency task force with senior government officials to tackle this and related challenges and encourage every American to build a more inclusive nation,” he added.
This year, the United Nations observed the first International Day to Combat Islamophobia on March 15. Since Pakistan had initiated the proposal, it was invited to chair the first observation at UN headquarters in New York.
March 15 was chosen as it is the anniversary of the 2019 Christchurch mosque shootings, in which 51 people were killed.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, however, focused on remembering those who were away from their homes on Eid due to violence and persecution. “As we celebrate, let us not forget those who are unable to do so in the safety and comfort of their homes due to conflict, violence, persecution, or humanitarian crises,” he said in his Eid message.
He assured those separated from their loved ones on Eid that the United States would continue to work to reunite broken families. “The United States remains unwavering in its commitment to promoting peace, justice, and religious freedom for all. We wish you a blessed and joyful Eidul Fitr. Eid Mubarak,” he said.
President Biden said he was “moved by the generosity” shown during Ramazan and Eid when Muslims provide food and give charity to those in need. “We are proud to celebrate Eidul Fitr at the White House again this year to honour inspiring Muslim Americans who are making contributions across our country,” the US president said….
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BY CHRISTINE DOUGLASS-WILLIAMS
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Last year, United Press International announced that more U.S. public schools were closing for the Islamic holiday Eid al-Fitr. Last Month in San Francisco, schools rescheduled spring break to include Eid.
Since all are deemed equal under the law, should schools close for and accommodate every faith tradition? On the other side, there are those who would argue that there should not be Christmas holidays, completely dismissing the Christian foundations of America. Islamic countries, meanwhile, do not close schools for Christmas.
The formal congressional Eid Resolution recognizes “that there are 1,200,000 Muslim voters in the United States.”
CAIR has been influential in advancing Islamic interests above everyone else’s all over America, despite its claim of simply advocating for Muslim civil rights. In heavily Muslim Minneapolis, the city recently allowed the Islamic call to prayer to be broadcast over loudspeakers five times a day.
“CAIR Welcomes Congressional Eid Resolution, U.S. Muslims to Mark End of Ramadan Fast with Prayers,” CAIR, April 18, 2023:
(WASHINGTON, D.C., 4/18/23) – Today the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, welcomed a congressional resolution introduced by Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) this week recognizing Eid al-Fitr, the observance of the conclusion of Ramadan.
On or about Friday, April 21,* the Muslim community in America will celebrate the end of the month-long fast of Ramadan with communal prayers around the country.
SEE: H.Res.299 – Recognizing the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, commending a month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and extending best wishes to Muslims in the United States and across the globe for a joyous and meaningful observance of Eid al-Fitr
“CAIR welcomes Representatives Debbie Dingell and Rashida Tlaib congressional resolution recognizing Eid al-Fitr, one of the most important holidays in the Islamic calendar. Ramadan is a month of spiritual reflection and renewal, and Eid al-Fitr is a time of celebration and joy. This resolution is a sign of solidarity with the American Muslim community and a reminder that Muslims are a part of the American social fabric and story,” said CAIR Director of Government Affairs Department Robert S. McCaw.
McCaw noted last month CAIR welcomed a congressional resolution recognizing the start of Ramadan that was sponsored by Representatives Andre Carson (D-IN), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), and Rashida Tlaib….
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Introduced in House (04/17/2023)
1st Session
Recognizing the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, commending a month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and extending best wishes to Muslims in the United States and across the globe for a joyous and meaningful observance of Eid al-Fitr.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESApril 17, 2023Mrs. Dingell (for herself, Ms. Tlaib, Ms. Schakowsky, Mr. Pascrell, Mr. Grijalva, Mr. Carson, Mr. Cárdenas, Ms. Wexton, Ms. Pressley, and Ms. Omar) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs
RESOLUTIONRecognizing the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, commending a month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and extending best wishes to Muslims in the United States and across the globe for a joyous and meaningful observance of Eid al-Fitr.
Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for Muslims worldwide;
Whereas this month of sacrifice and contemplation began at the end of March 2023, based on the visual sightings of the crescent moon;
Whereas Muslims in the United States and around the world observe Ramadan by fasting, emphasizing self-discipline, worship, charity, and reading the Holy Quran to improve patience, humility, and spirituality;
Whereas Ramadan continued until the celebration of Eid al-Fitr;
Whereas Eid al-Fitr begins each year with the sighting of the new moon, signifying a month-long end to fasting and reflection for all Muslim followers;
Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 1,800,000,000 Muslims worldwide;
Whereas over 4,500 Muslims serve on active duty and over 2,300 Muslims serve as selected reserve personnel in the United States Armed Forces;
Whereas there are over 200 elected officials who identify as Muslim;
Whereas it is estimated that there are 1,200,000 Muslim voters in the United States;
Whereas the Muslim population has been growing in the United States and today’s American Muslim population is a tapestry of ethnic, racial, linguistic, social, and economic groups;
Whereas American Muslims have contributed to every part of society to make advancements in medicine, science, engineering, economics, sports, education, and the law; and
Whereas the observance of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan has concluded with Eid al-Fitr, a three-day celebration: Now, therefore, be it
(1) to demonstrate solidarity with and support for members of the community of Islam in the United States and throughout the world, the House of Representatives recognizes the importance of the Islamic faith; and
(2) in observance of and out of respect for Ramadan tradition, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, the House of Representatives offers its best wishes to all Muslims celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the conclusion of Ramadan, while also expressing its deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and worldwide on this important occasion.
