Straight from the election line. I want to be part of history too.
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Islam in America – Opening Remarks
Chair Shiraz Hajiani. Raised in E. Africa, of S. Asian descent. Talks about Texas cyanide arrests; Saudi banning of Jewish tourists; Title VI issues. Mentions they relate to each of the three panels: Public Policy, Interfaith, and Education. Mentions this is the fifth conference. First four chairs were all women; mentions ethnicities: African-American, European-American, South Asian American, Central Asian American. Observant Jews will not be in attendance today because of Sabbath and Purim. Will be present tomorrow. Introduces Karen Leonard.
Photo: Muslim American for Healthcare Now!
DSC_4427 Originally uploaded by indigo_belle. We need to be regularly involved in all aspects of civic life. This is great.