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Sen. John Kerry – Engaging the Muslim World

Tomorrow, Thursday, February 26, 2009, Sen. John Kerry, Chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, will be hosting a hearing entitled “Engaging with Muslim Communities around the World.” He should be applauded for his efforts, and for bringing together a great group of people to talk about the issue. One of the panelists is former Sec. of State Madeline Albright, who is involved with Change the Story. Please drop Sen. Kerry a line and thank him for taking world affairs seriously. — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 25, 2009 CONTACT: Frederick Jones, (202) 224–4651 ***Media Advisory*** Senate Foreign Relations Committee To…

Islamic allies help Western agencies infiltrate al-Qaida » Knoxville News Sentinel

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