Standing Behind America And Islam
Rizwan Alladin

With the United States fighting two arduous wars in so-called Muslim countries, it would seem difficult for American Muslims to be proud of their country and to sing the praise of the Constitution, especially on July Fourth. However, if a Muslim truly reflects on America's history and heritage, one should conclude that loving this country is the easiest thing to do.

During the days when the United States population was primarily Caucasian and Christian, we fought other similar-looking countries during World War I and World War II. Earlier than that, we even fought ourselves in the Civil War. But as those were conflicts of ideology, it became imperative for America to fight, which is sadly the same situation now. The new troublesome ideologies of influence by terror, persecution of women and minorities, and restriction of freedom of thought, are neither American nor Muslim.

I implore all my fellow American Muslims to wholeheartedly celebrate Independence Day, and continue to show our support for our troops and pray for the success of their mission and safe return.