Michelle and I would like to extend our warmest wishes to Muslims in the United States and around the world celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr. As Muslims mark the end of the month, they are reminded that Ramadan is a time to reflect spiritually, build communally, and aid those in need. While Eid marks the end of Ramadan, it marks a new beginning for each individual – a reason to celebrate and express gratitude on this holiday.
For millions of Muslims, the morning of Eid is marked with the call to prayer echoing through cities and towns across the globe. Millions of people head to local mosques for special Eid prayers followed by festive gatherings, gift exchanges, and feasts among friends, neighbors and families. The diversity of traditions paint the vibrant images we see from around the world capturing the spirit and excitement of Eid – colorful dresses or white garments decorating the masses of people standing in lines for prayer, lanterns and ornaments lighting up bazaars and neighborhoods, intricate henna designs painted on hands of young girls and women, and an abundance of delectable foods and aromatic cuisines.
As Muslim Americans celebrate Eid across America, the holiday is a reminder to every American of the importance of respecting those of all faiths and beliefs. This past year New York City Public Schools announced adding Eid to their official school calendars alongside Christmas, Hanukkah and other holidays – an acknowledgement of the great diversity and inclusiveness that adds to the richness of our nation. During this year’s White House Iftar, I had the opportunity to meet inspiring young Muslim Americans who are leading efforts for greater understanding and unity across diverse communities. Following the Iftar, one of the young attendees helped spearhead an effort that raised more than $75,000 for the churches burned in the wake of the shooting at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina. Americans of all faiths and beliefs must stand together to protect our democracy and strengthen our country as a whole.
The Obama's send "best wishes" to Islam on the same day Radical Islam kills 4 and injures 4 others.
Barack thinks his words are winning the day, while the Radical Islamic threat has morphed into an existential threat to the Homeland and a growing military threat to those living overseas . . . . . including peace loving Muslims. Cesar fiddled while Rome burned . . . . . . . . a reality that carries no meaning with Mr. and Mrs. Obama.
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This response was composed well before the shootings and even if it weren't, what is wrong with greeting our Muslim citizens on a religious holiday?
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The Obama love letter to Islam post about 10 minutes before the beginning of the most recent Islamic killing spree. Your response proves your personal ignorance on the matter. The fact of the matter is this: B Obama could not be "president" and act any more pro-Islam than if he really was a Muslim. Guaranteed, Islam will see this letter as profound approval for the tenets of Islam which includes honor killings, beheadings, the gross subjugation of women, male perversion against male children and the murder of those leave or refuse to convert to the Muslim faith. If that is bigotry, write me in at the top of your list.
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