Support the Muslims in the Central Valley: Sept 2, 4:30pm in Madera, CA

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Our presence is needed this Thursday, September 2, to support Muslims in this community. Local Muslim leaders have scheduled a press conference to denounce the wave of anti-Muslim sentiment that is escalating and threatening the safety of Muslims in the US . They want the support of the community at large. The time to take a stand is NOW!



The Madera Islamic Center is north of downtown Madera . Please allow plenty of time to get there and plan to arrive at 4:30. The media is very likely to arrive early.



Muslim Community Denounces Hate Crimes

Muslims are alarmed by the increase in misconception about Prophet Muhammad and his life, the attacks on the foundation of Islam in general, and the hate crimes that began to spread in California and across the nation. The Islamic Centers and Muslim organizations in Central California will be holding a press conference in support of the Muslim community in Madera and to reject Islamophobia.

WHO: Islamic Centers and Muslim organizations in Central California

WHAT: Press Conference in rejection of hate crimes and in support of the Muslim community

WHEN: Thursday, September 2, 2010/ 5:00 PM 4:30 arrival time advised

WHERE: Madera Islamic Center
16634 Road 26
Madera, CA 93638