Meet Ahmed and Nur – recent Muslim immigrants to USA

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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2 thoughts on “Meet Ahmed and Nur – recent Muslim immigrants to USA”

  1. “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.

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