“The decision comes after objections to a proposal to keep schools open on the Jewish holy days … for the first time in more than three decades. Maryland law already requires schools to be closed on days that include [3] Christian holidays”:
- Why Some US Districts Are Adding Muslim Holidays to the School Calendar (Christian Science Monitor)
Four teachers claimed to be victims of forged resignation letters but the court believe only the Christian, not the three Muslims:
“Not only are Muslim Americans successfully integrating into U.S. society, they are actually more opposed to intolerance and violence than many other Americans”:
- Why Are There So Many Misconceptions About Muslim Americans? (Huffington Post)
“I’m a very headstrong person. I do not think I have to sacrifice my scarf just because some people think that we’re the problem. I’m going to wear my head scarf even if I get hate. I’m going to live through it”:
- NJ Muslim Women Won’t Hide to Feel Safe (Asbury Park Press)
“I don’t think the Mosul offensive could happen this year. I don’t think the Iraqi armed forces are ready and I don’t think the (U.S.-led) coalition is confident in the ability of everyone to get ready in time for an offensive this year”:
Mohammad Javad  Zarif predicted that the IAES would certify Iran’s compliance and “that all parties would ‘not allow the outcome of these talks to be wasted’” and sanctions lifted today:
- Iranian, US Foreign Minister Focus on Clinching Nuclear Deal (AP /abc News)
“Travel writer Judith Fein said she created the lecture series to provide a direct counterpoint to blatant prejudice against Muslims…. Fein said the Muslims she has met worldwide bear no resemblance to the stereotypes”:
- Muslim Women to Speak at UNM (Albuquerque Journal)
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