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MPAC Calls on Obama/Clinton to Demand Israeli Release of Former U.S. Congresswoman & 21 Aid Workers

June 30, 2009

The Muslim Public Affairs Council today called on President Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to call for the immediate release of a former U.S. Congresswoman and 21 human rights workers by Israeli naval forces.

Meet and Share Your Opinions with Leaders in Government, Media, Civil Rights & Hollywood

June 30, 2009

Are you a high school senior, college student or young professional? On August 5-7, MPAC will hold its third annual Southern California Muslim American Young Leaders Summit. Don't miss your chance to get direct access to leaders in the entertainment industry, politics, and civil rights fields, share your opinions and meet other young leaders.

MPAC at 2009 ISNA Convention

June 30, 2009

This weekend, ISNA's 46th annual national convention will bring together tens of thousands of Muslim Americans in our nations' capitol. Take a moment to visit MPAC's booth in the bazaar (#959) to come meet our staff and learn about our latest campaigns and programs. MPAC staff will also be speaking at six sessions covering Politics, Community Organizing, Hollywood, Islamic issues and how you can get involved.

House Hearing Tackles Extremism & Terrorism in Somalia

June 30, 2009

During a hearing held last week in the House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee, Somalia's on-going political and humanitarian crisis was described by witnesses as being the result of the country's decades-long socio-economic dilemma as well as the recent surge of piracy taking place off its coastline.

Calling for Peace & Justice in Iran

June 30, 2009

Last week, MPAC signed onto a letter along with 70 interfaith religious leaders calling on Iran's leaders to end the violence immediately. Addressed to Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmedenijad and Supreme Leader Ali Khamanei, the letter reads in part: ...

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