We get no “Merry Christmas”
from our president, But we are insulted with this, his nit wit comments
about the Muslims.
On behalf of all American people, Michelle and I extend our best
wishes to Muslim communities here in the United States and around the world on
the beginning of the blessed month of
A time for self-reflection and devotion through prayer and fasting, Ramadan is
also an occasion when Muslims around the world reaffirm their commitment to
helping the less fortunate, including those struggling because of economic
hardship and inequality.
Here in the United States, we are
grateful to the many Muslim American organizations, individuals, and businesses
that are devoted to creating opportunity for all by working to reduce income
inequality and poverty, not only through their charitable efforts, but also
through their initiatives to empower students, workers and families with the
education, skills and health care they deserve.
Ramadan also reminds us of our shared responsibility to treat
others as we wish to be treated ourselves and the basic principles that bind
people of different faiths together: a yearning for peace, justice, and
equality. At a moment when too many people around the world continue to suffer
from senseless conflict and violence, this sacred time reminds us of our common
obligations to pursue justice and peace and to uphold the dignity of every
human being.
As I’ve done every year as
President, I look forward to welcoming Muslim Americans from across the United
States to the White House for an iftar dinner. It will be another opportunity
for me to convey America’s appreciation for the contributions of Muslim
Americans to our country and to wish Muslims around the world a month blessed
with the joys of family, community, peace and understanding.
Ramadan Kareem. ####
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