Growing up in Newark's Muslim community, Aymann Ismail often felt an 'intentional veil' between his world and others. He recalls unique local experiences like Muslim Boy Scouts and karate, emphasizing the city's diversity and community ties.
We're sick of being taken for granted. We're sick of being ignored, says the campaign volunteer, who works in communications. For the first time in a very long time, you're seeing our community really become invested in the electoral process.
The tradition of hosting iftars reflects both India's secular values and the political exploitation of communal tensions, transforming meals into platforms for political maneuvering.
Amany Killawi recounts being rejected by banks due to the prevalence of Muslim names, highlighting the systemic issues faced by businesses in the Muslim community and the skepticism around them.
