December 2015 To our Muslim sisters and brothers, We have you in our hearts at this difficult time. Like you, we have watched in horror at the acts of violence and murder committed in the name of extremist strains of religious ideology, both around the world and here in our … [Read more...] about 20 Westchester synagogues offer letter of support to Muslim Americans
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Join Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito tomorrow (12-9) for interfaith rally in response to Donald Trump’s divisive rhetoric
The following letter is from New York City Council speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, inviting the public and press to attend an interfaith rally in response to Donald Trump's divisive rhetoric. Please arrive at 9:30 am. For questions, please contact: Faiza N. Ali Community … [Read more...] about Join Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito tomorrow (12-9) for interfaith rally in response to Donald Trump’s divisive rhetoric
“You Have to be a Testimony” – Theo and Phyllis Harris Discuss Life After Incarceration and the Redemptive Power of Music
Maggi Van Dorn (left) talks with Theo and Phyllis Harris, stars of the Off Broadway show "Alive 55+ and Kickin'" "Every time I lift my eyes to the sky, I’m reminded of a time in my life When all the dark clouds hung over me, I was lost inside, in search of a key. I … [Read more...] about “You Have to be a Testimony” – Theo and Phyllis Harris Discuss Life After Incarceration and the Redemptive Power of Music
Rev. Chloe Breyer remarks on Trump’s proposal to ban Muslim immigrants from U.S.
“I think the prejudice and the Islamophobia that he has shown consistently over the last few months has made him completely ill-equipped for any kind of public office.” - ICNY executive director The Rev. Chloe Breyer from CBS article "Trump Rejects Criticism Of His Proposal To … [Read more...] about Rev. Chloe Breyer remarks on Trump’s proposal to ban Muslim immigrants from U.S.
ICNY condemns Donald Trump remark on banning Muslims entry into the U.S.
The Interfaith Center of New York strongly condemns Donald Trump’s outrageous statement asserting that all Muslims be banned from entry into the United States for the foreseeable future. Scapegoating 1.6 billion Muslims based on the crimes of a few criminals, falls into the hands … [Read more...] about ICNY condemns Donald Trump remark on banning Muslims entry into the U.S.
