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American Muslims and the patriotism puzzle

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Assalamu alaikum:

This Fourth of July, we need to ask: Where do American Muslims fit in the patriotism puzzle?

We enjoy the security, safety, freedom of religion, and material comforts of our nation. 

But what have we done to become true patriots, to speak up for it, and against it when it is taking the wrong course?

As political polarization worsens the divide between Americans, the definition of patriotism has gotten muddled, with the right arguing in favor of less criticism of our nation, and the left arguing for more. 

But Muslims are ordered to be people of the “middle path”, Ummatun Wasata in Arabic. How can we balance these two trends as we maintain our love and commitment to God and country? 

This Fourth of July we must assess our patriotism and ask ourselves: What kind of commitment to America will benefit our children, our fellow Americans, the world, and us? Which patriotism can we espouse and be accountable for when we meet our Maker?

Peace,

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