NYPD: Hate crimes in NYC are on the rise
Series of Fliers with Swastikas Found in Brooklyn
Original source: Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Sep. 17, 2014
Read moreOklahoma state Sen. Bennett: American Muslims are a ‘cancer in our nation that needs cutting out’
“Is there a difference between moderate and radical Islam?” he asked, before answering, “I say, ‘No.’”
Original source: Rawstory, Sep. 17, 2014
Read moreDeepa Iyer: 'Why All Communities of Color Must Demand an End to Police Brutality' (From The Nation)
"For Latinos and Asian- and Arab-Americans, Ferguson is our fight too."
Original source: The Nation, Aug. 20, 2014
Read moreDean Obeidallah: 'Why Muslims Hate Terrorism More' (From The Daily Beast)
"Muslim groups and leaders are constantly denouncing terrorism, but most Americans simply never see it. Answer? Make sure they see it."
Original source: The Daily Beast, Aug. 12, 2014.
Read moreJames Zogby: 'American attitudes towards Muslims are getting worse' (From The National)
"To reverse the trend, Arab Americans and American Muslims must do more to make themselves known through civic engagement, education, and political empowerment."
Original source: The National, Aug. 2, 2014.
Read moreLinda Sarsour: 'Don't be shocked that the US spied on American Muslims. Get angry that it justifies spying on whomever it wants.' (From The Guardian)
"There are two sets of laws here: one designed for dissidents, political activists and Muslims – and another for everybody else."
Original source: The Guardian, July 9, 2014.
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