Salam Al-Marayati, director of the Muslim Public Affairs Council, says Muslims are increasingly becoming part of the American political process. But, he adds, many in his community are frustrated that candidates aren't more open about accepting Muslim support.
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I have a son who has been in Iraq and Afghanistan. I hear the rage in him over those who have been lost. This makes me wonder, if it might not be better for the Islamic community to stay in the back-ground this election season.
Each American has the obligation to take part, less those who's rights have been taken. Prudence might be a wise choice, given what I see in the state of my son's mind.
Unfortunately, most people who profess to live their lives in accordance with the tenets of a particular religion, fall into a state of hypocracy, and eclectic observance. This not only pertains to Romney as a Mormon who believes he will become a god and rule his own planet, but also to those who proclaim that they follow the teachings of Islam.
It would be difficult for a politician to cultivate a popular support from the followers of a religion that promotes exclusion of friendship with non-Muslims.
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" O ye who believe! Take not the Jews and the Christians for your friends and protectors; They are but friends and protectors to each other. And he amongst you that turns to them (For friendship) is of them. Allah guideth not a people unjust."
Surah 5:51 Al Ma'idah
The Qur'an and teachings of Muhammad have not changed. Either a Muslim follows all the teachings or should not identify with Islam.
Americans deserve an open truthful forum from which they can make an educated decision in voting.
The true Muslim should not feel slighted if not asked to support a candidate. True Islam stands in opposition to American patriotism.
Is the hatred of Muslims so transparent in the two comments posted above? Does the constitution grant the right to praticipate in the electoral process to all American citizens requardless of religious background? My brother died in Vietman to uphold the constituional rights of all Americans. These other forms of "patriotism" seem rather odd.