Thousands of Wisconsin Muslims gathered Wednesday morning at the Alliant Center in Madison for a religious service marking Eid al-Adha, an important Islamic holiday. The event included participants from all three Madison-area mosques and displayed the ethnic diversity of Muslims in the U.S. (Photo by Erik Gunn/Wisconsin Examiner)
America’s story cannot be told honestly without recognizing the extraordinary contributions of Muslims. Long before today’s political noise, fearmongering and divisive rhetoric, Muslims were helping build this nation with their labor, intellect, sacrifice, entrepreneurship, patriotism,and unwavering belief in the American dream. From medicine to business, from the military to science, from civil rights to community service, Muslim Americans have strengthened the soul and foundation of this country for generations.
At a time when some attempt to portray Muslims as outsiders or threats, Americans must remember a simple truth: Muslims are no strangers to America. They are part of America’s heartbeat. They did not come to weaken this nation; they helped build it…