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In his speech from the Oval office Sunday, December 6, President Obama called Muslim communities “our strongest allies in rooting out misguided ideas that lead to radicalization.” He also stated that “It is the responsibility of all Americans -- of every faith -- to reject … [Read more...] about ICNY echoes President Obama’s call to reject biases that encourage hate

From the MPower Change Petition: The New York Post has labeled the San Bernardino shooters "Muslim Killers" in their web version, without any information on motive. What did they call the Colorado Springs Planned Parenthood shooter or Charleston Shooter or Aurora Movie Theater … [Read more...] about After San Bernardino Shooting, ICNY signs onto MPower Change petition, to hold media outlets accountable for dangerous, inflammatory language

The San Bernardino shooting is the latest in a series of devastating and violent incidents. Our prayers go out to the victims of the San Bernardino shooting and to their families. As we grieve together, law enforcement in San Bernardino is still investigating a motive behind … [Read more...] about ICNY’s Statement on the San Bernardino Shooting

Basking in the Warm Glow of Giving by Ellen Greeley, ICNY Development Director No doubt you have already received a multitude of appeals from worthwhile organizations asking for end of year donations.  We too are not alone in making a similar request, but when considering … [Read more...] about Basking in the Warm Glow of Giving