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Whom Do Our Representatives Serve? Foreign Lobbies and American Loyalty
As an American watching our democracy strain, I’m increasingly troubled by a question fundamental to self-governance: Whom do our elected representatives truly serve? The outsized influence of foreign lobbies, operating…
The Gaza Memorial We Owe Our Children
Many generations have faced singular tragedies, moving them to promise, “Never again.” Yet they often confront another tragedy which tests whether those words have sincere meaning. Today, Gaza has become…
Independence of a Nation
In July 2026, the United States celebrated its 250th anniversary, its semi quincentennial, marking the birth of a nation. Indeed, on July 4, 1776, and as part of the Second…
Let’s End Hunger Together
In our backyard and around the world, in past narratives as well as present-day events, we observe our fellow man suffering from hunger. For some, the source of that affliction…
Professor Khurshid Ahmad
In the intellectual and practical continuity of the Islamic movement, there are a few people who, by virtue of their accomplishments, become an institution all to themselves. Professor Khurshid Ahmad…
Is Pride Muslims’ New Halloween?
For Muslims in public school, navigating Halloween and the holiday season from November until April can be difficult. That challenge has only increased with the focus on June’s Pride Month.…
When Oppressors Fall, Lessons are Learned
Human history is rife with oppression, often cloaked by illusions of grandeur, military strength, and wealth. Yet the Qur’an reminds us of one unchanging reality: When the powerful resort to…
The Prophet’s (peace be upon him) Strategy of Change
In the Quran, Allah SWT said, “It is He who sent His messenger with guidance and the religion of truth so that He makes it prevail over all religions even…
Can Israel Survive Its Current Downward Spiral?
Considering our world’s fast-changing geopolitical landscape and Israel’s horrific actions over the years and particularly since the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023, I doubt Israel can survive much longer.…
Israel: Exploding International Law
On September 17, pagers exploded across Lebanon. According to a UN press release, as of 9/19, 32 people were killed and 3,250 wounded. An NPR article states that a “U.S.…