NY Times is running a wonderful audio/photo essay about recent Muslim immigrants to US. I am always blown away by the courage of immigrants. Enjoy it here.
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“I am always blown away by the courage of immigrants.”
Because having the opportunity to live in the United States is worth it. And, among other reasons, why a new “Khilafah” and all of its advocates can kiss my ass.
Just back from Delhi, and seriously jet-lagged (and cranky).
Salaam ‘alaikum.
here is the link to the related article. it is a blog link, so it shouldn’t rot, but check it out quick anyway. http://tinyurl.com/nkm24