The Millennial Generation Must End Islam Phobia - 1259 Words

Amendment l. of the Constitution states, â€Å"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances† (US Cons. amend. I. Print). This right has been taken away from Muslims, Millennials need to work together to reach solidarity for the Muslim community. The Millennial Generation must end Islam phobia in the United States and around the world by organizing campaigns, protesting, and creating a politics of solidarity for freedom of religion against racism. The Millennial Generation must end Islam phobia in the United States and around the world by allowing them the freedom to practice their religion, preventing verbal abuse, and stopping stereotyping. Before the September 11, 2001, hatred towards Muslims in the United States started in 1923, when Muslims started migrating to the United States, an unlike increased presence. The hatred towards Muslims, also known as â€Å"Islam phobia†, was first featured in The Journal of Theological Studies. Many Muslims were targeted, the religion of Islam, Muslims, or any ethnic group perceived to be Muslim were characterized as having â€Å"bad faith and cruelty†, according to prejudice Americans. Ever since the start of September 11, 2001, Muslims around the world and in the United States have been targeted, taken to war, murdered,