Check out this recent article on what the author calls the “Evolving Identity of Muslim Americans.” Noting the diverse background of Muslims in the U.S. (they represent over 80 countries) the author asks if it’s possible then to speak of a common identity for Muslim Americans.
From the article:
“American Muslims are defined by the saying that ‘home is not where your grandparents were born but where your grandchildren will live,’” says Salam Al-Marayati, executive director of the Muslim Public Affairs Council.
Do you think that’s true?
Alexandra Abboud has five years experience reporting on the legal and cultural dynamics that shape American society. At America.gov, she manages coverage of cultural diversity, the arts, education and sports. Abboud has also served as a managing editor of the State Department's eJournal USA series, producing internationally circulated publications on innovation and fighting corruption.
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Imamuddin Siddique
Location: Home
24 August 2009 at 12:46 EDT
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Bis Millah Ir’ Rehmaan Ir Raheem, As Salaamu Aleikum Wa Rehmat’ullahi Wa Baraqa’tuhu…
Ramadan kareem to all our universal sisters and brothers, mothers and fathers, aunts and uncles, cousins and in laws, teachers, scholars, elders and last but not least our much loved grand childern and respected Grand Parents. Subhan Allah. Allah Kareem. Allah O’ Akbar!
With all due respect to the gentlemen brother who made the comment about ‘Home’ being where the granchildren shall live…
I do not beg to differ, kind sir, consider this “Home” is where the both the grand parents and grand children are LIVING!!!
Contemplate…Every where else is just a figment of your rather fervent imagination.
Fi Aman Allah!
Phyllis Achieng Ogola
Location: Kisumu Kenya
26 August 2009 at 06:52 EDT
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Am very impressed with your programme and planning you have in, and say thanks to muslims America the way you conducting your taking faith, in due respect i would like you to get me scholarship i humbly request you to get sponors for higher education level my Allah O’ Akbar! Bless you all.
Phyllis