No Surprise Biden Administration Has Problem With Muslims When International Day to Combat Islamophobia Statement Mentions “Islamophobia” Six Times And Mentions “Antisemitism” Three Times
Not Surprising Biden-Harris Administration Has Problem With Muslims When On International Day to Combat Islamophobia 452-Word Statement From The White House Mentions “Islamophobia” Six Times And Mentions “Antisemitism” Three Times
In 239-Word Statement, United States Department Of State Mentions “Islamophobia” Three Times. No Mention Of “Antisemitism”
Joseph Biden, 46th President Of The United States, Remains Trapped In The Gravitational Pull Of The 20th Century Rather Than Accept The Realities Of The 21st Century Where The Government Of The State Of Israel Must Be Accountable Rather Than Excused.
When The United States Department Of State Believes A Success For Airdrops Onto And Temporary Dock Construction Into An Area With Land Crossings Available On Three Sides, Not A Shock Muslim Heads Of State And Heads Of Government Are Unenthusiastic.
Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister Of The State Of Israel, Has For Five Months And Counting Humiliated And Rolled Over President Biden As The Merkava Battle Tank Has Rolled Through Gaza And Rolled Over Residents Of Gaza. Problem Is President Biden Incapable Of Admitting It.
Biden-Harris Administration Advocating For US$14.5 Billion To Israel Defense Forces (IDF) To Deliver Death And Destruction In Gaza, But Refuses To Subtract Hundreds Of Millions Of Dollars In Costs To United States Taxpayers For Airdrops, Dock Construction, Humanitarian Assistance Since 7 October 2023 Incurred Due To Decisions By The IDF.
Durham, United Kingdom-based Durham University “adopts the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) working definition on antisemitism in line with the UK government and recommendations from the United Nations. The University also adopts the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on British Muslims’ definition of Islamophobia in line with UK governmental bodies.”
“APPG’s definition states “Islamophobia is rooted in racism and is a type of racism that targets expressions of Muslimness or perceived Muslimness.””
“According to IHRA, antisemitism is: “a certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews. Rhetorical and physical manifestations of antisemitism are directed toward Jewish or non-Jewish individuals and/or their property, toward Jewish community institutions and religious facilities.””
The White House
Washington DC
15 March 2024
Statement from President Joe Biden on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia
Five years ago today, a gunman fired upon worshippers at the Al Noor Mosque and the Linwood Islamic Center in Christchurch, New Zealand—murdering 51 people, wounding 40 others, and forever shattering families in one of the deadliest mass shootings in history. Today, on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, we remember these innocent souls who were stolen from us while peacefully praying.
We recognize the violence and hate that Muslims worldwide too often face because of their religious beliefs—and the ugly resurgence of Islamophobia in the wake of the devastating war in Gaza. And, we rededicate ourselves to building a world where people of all faiths and all backgrounds are free to live without fear of persecution.
That includes right here at home. I’ve said it many times: Islamophobia has no place in our nation. Yet Muslims in the United States frequently endure baseless fearmongering, blatant discrimination, harassment, and violence in the course of their everyday lives. Today, Jill and I remember Wadea al-Fayoume, a 6-year-old Palestinian American boy brutally killed in his own home last fall—a crushing loss for his family and community, and a devastating reminder of how all Americans must unequivocally stand up against hate.
That’s why, in 2022, my Administration established an interagency policy committee to counter Antisemitism, Islamophobia, and Related Forms of Bias and Discrimination. We are also currently drafting the first-ever National Strategy to Combat Islamophobia and Related Forms of Bias and Discrimination. The goal of this strategy is to mobilize a whole-of-society effort to counter all forms of hate, discrimination, and bias against Muslim, Sikh, South Asian, and Arab American communities and to raise awareness about their heritage and invaluable contributions to our country. We are also strengthening the security of mosques and other places of worship, and working to prevent and prosecute hate crimes against vulnerable communities. And my Administration continues to implement the National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism amidst the serious increase in Antisemitism and to advance the White House Initiative on Hate-Motivated Violence. Put simply, we are taking concrete steps to make real for all Americans the promise of America: that we are all created equal and deserve to be treated equally throughout our lives. We have never fully lived up to that promise, but we have never walked away from it either, and for as long as I’m President, we never will.
Today, as millions continue to observe the holy month of Ramadan, Jill and I extend our best wishes to Muslims everywhere and continue to keep them in our prayers. And, we reaffirm our commitment to do all we can to put an end to the vicious hate of Islamophobia—here at home and around the world.
United States Department of State
Washington DC
15 March 2024
Honoring the Victims of the Christchurch Attack and Recognizing the International Day to Combat Islamophobia
Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State
Five years ago today, a gunman murdered 51 Muslim worshipers and injured 40 others in a vicious terrorist attack during Friday prayers at the Al Noor Mosque and the Linwood Islamic Center in Christchurch, New Zealand. We continue to mourn and honor the victims of this terrible tragedy and their families.
In order to remember the Christchurch attacks and increase global efforts to counter hatred, the United Nations has declared March 15 as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. At this time of rising Islamophobia around the world, the United States condemns all acts of anti-Muslim hate and violence. We reaffirm our commitment to advocate for individuals’ ability to live in accordance with the dictates of their conscience and speak out on behalf of those who have been denied the ability to do so.
This year, the International Day to Combat Islamophobia takes places during Ramadan, and we recognize those who face restrictions on practicing their faith during the month, either alone or in community with others, as well as those who have been harassed, imprisoned, or even killed for their religious beliefs. These abuses often occur against minority Muslim communities, including members of minority Muslim sects in Muslim-majority countries. The United States will continue to stand for the freedom of religion or belief for all. We will continue to speak out against and counter dehumanizing rhetoric and stand against acts of anti-Muslim hatred whenever and wherever they occur.
UPDATE: On 16 March 2024, the United States Department of State issued a statement recognizing St. Patrick’s Day. The statement contained 202 words.
