Subject: Interfaith Statement of Support for Muslim Community
The Akron Area Interfaith Council, representing the Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Unitarian Universalist, Baha'i, Protestant and Catholic communities, has passed a resolution for solidarity with our Muslim brothers and sisters. We affirm that Islam is a religion of peace.
Considering all of the negative press recently in the media, we want to assure our Muslim neighbors that we respect them and will work to guarantee that they have the same rights to which we are all privileged as Americans. Although all religions have radicals, we acknowledge the good people who embrace the tenets of their faith without harassing or harming others. Attacking others because we do not agree with their religious life diminishes our opportunity to live in friendship and harmony.
When we learn to respect and honor people of all faiths, it will ultimately unite us as a country.
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