Anti-Muslim protests on October 9th and 10th, and Muslims respond positively
Muslims see this as a God-given opportunity to change mis-perceptions about Muslims.
Jon Ritzheimer and I can find solutions, we are Americans and together we can make America safe and secure for every American. Jon, please call me
WASHINGTON, D.C., USA, October 8, 2015 /EINPresswire.com/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE— Mike Ghouse
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Washington, D.C., Wednesday, October 7, 2015 -- A phone conference was held today by American Muslims and Interfaith leaders from across the country to discuss handling the planned anti-Muslim protests in front of 20 mosques, community centers and government offices scheduled for on October 9th and 10th.
Below are the suggestions that emerged from the conference call relating to handling expected protests.
1. Every Masjid (Mosque) to operate normally, no need to stay home.
2. Every Masjid involved in the program to fly one or more American Flags.
3. Every Masjid involved in the program to serve water for the visitors in front of the building through vendors, and, if funds are available, serve kosher hot dogs.
4. Display placards, which are especially designed and are on the website www.AmericanMuslimInstitution.org as samples
5. Let every demonstrator be treated with utmost respect, and let them see for themselves a real image of Muslims as caring, hospitable people; hopefully this will change their negative perceptions about Muslims.
6. Allow the law enforcement officials to handle safety matters, and obeying them is required and the right thing to do. You can video tape if you believe certain actions are wrong, but no arguments.
7. Police should be informed and present if your Mosque is on the city targeted list in an “open carry arm state” state.
8. Refrain from the temptations to argue or shout; this not the moment and place for dialogue.
Send a press release, a very short if necessary to local TV, Radio and other News outlets, better yet, fax them in the morning. (A sample press release is at the website www.AmericanMuslimInstitution.org)
It is best to view the situation in this way: No one is our enemy, and no one is out to get us. People have questions, and we should try to address them to allay their fears if we can. We have to come together as Americans and solve our problems together.
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Mike Ghouse
American Muslim Institution
(214) 325-1916
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