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Rep. Rashida Tlaib to keynote MPAC Convention

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On November 20, 2019 By MPAC
As an attorney, a politician, and a working-class advocate, Rashida knows that progress requires an all-out approach, fighting in the community and in the legislature every day against injustice and inequality, so that every single person in this country has a chance to thrive. Learn more at mpac.org/convention.
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Together We Can Combat White Supremacy

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On August 30, 2019 By MPAC
"History is not a story that's happening to us - it's a story that we're writing together." Andre Henry It's critical that we come together and say "we will not be divided:" to counter white supremacy and write a new history together of an America where everyone has life and liberty. Hear from Rep. Adam Schiff, MPAC President Salam Al-Marayati, Activist Andre Henry, IKAR's Brooke Wirtschafter, All Saints Church in Pasadena's Rev. Susan Russell and Rev. Mike Kinman as we address the need for unity and action. We have a shared vision, and we are America.
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Honoring Voices Inspiring Change

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On June 28, 2019 By MPAC
The sixth annual MPAC Empowering Voices Awards celebrated voices championing inclusion, diversity, and protection of vulnerable communities. This year, we honored Mehdi Hasan for his journalistic integrity, courage, and commitment to truth; Eric Treene for his commitment to protecting religious freedom at the Dept. of Justice; Rep. Zoe Lofgren for ensuring human dignity in immigration policies; and Dr. Debbie Almontaser for promoting pluralism in the political and civic process. Watch all videos from the 2019 MPAC Empowering Voices Awards playlist. http://bit.ly/2X49iwD ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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Meet Dr. Debbie Almontaser, #EmpoweringVoices Awards Honoree

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On June 11, 2019 By MPAC
Dr. Debbie Almontaser is a community activist, advocate, entrepreneur, and educator who works across sectors in New York City. Dr. Almontaser has developed avenues for social exchange to encourage interfaith activism and outreach across the boundaries of race, ethnicity and religion. Our annual Empowering Voices Awards brings together America's most influential advocates to celebrate causes and individuals who have worked with us to champion the American and Islamic values of freedom, justice, and equality for all. This year’s event is not to be missed. For information & tickets, visit: mpac.org/ev
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“Representation is everything.” Halima Aden at the #EmpoweringVoices Awards in DC

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On June 7, 2019 By MPAC
No matter your beginnings as an American, whether your journey began as a refugee or in middle America, your story matters. UNICEF Ambassador and model, Halima Aden, speaks out on the importance of having diversity of representation at our Empowering Voices Awards. Our honorees uplift, inspire, and advocate for policies that benefit Americans regardless of faith, ethnicity or race. Join us for an unforgettable evening. For information & tickets, visit: mpac.org/ev
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The #EmpoweringVoices Awards in #DC: A consistent vision of empowerment for American Muslims

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On June 7, 2019 By MPAC
Our vision of empowerment will be your reality. Join DC’s brightest and most passionate advocates for American pluralism at our annual Empowering Voices Awards, where we honor America's most influential champions of the American and Islamic values of freedom, justice, and equality for all. For information and tickets, visit: mpac.org/ev
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The #EmpoweringVoices Awards in DC is the inspiration America needs

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On June 7, 2019 By MPAC
Year after year, our annual Empowering Voices Awards brings policymakers, government officials, movers and shakers together to celebrate those who are steadfast in their commitment to the American values of freedom, liberty, and justice for all. Our honorees uplift, inspire, and advocate for policies that benefit Americans regardless of faith, ethnicity or race. Join us for an unforgettable evening. For information & tickets, visit: mpac.org/ev
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