DISCUSSION: Regarding a proposed Ordinance related to Sharia Law

Spoke on behalf of CAIR-Arizona, urging the council not to advance a Sharia law ban, highlighting legal precedents and potential community harms.

Expressed support for upholding only the U.S. Constitution and raised concerns regarding religious legal systems.

Urged the council to reject the proposed Sharia law measure, warning of costly lawsuits and division.

Shared her perspective as a Muslim resident and community contributor, questioning the necessity and intent of the proposed ordinance.

Asked the council to vote against the proposed ordinance and invited members to connect with their Muslim neighbors.

Questioned the necessity of the proposed ordinance and emphasized unity and constitutional protections.

Expressed concerns regarding religious codes and suggested deferring to state-level legislative action.

Urged the council to embrace community inclusivity and cautioned against bringing prejudice into local governance.

Offered educational resources from the Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona to foster interfaith understanding.

Invited council members and residents to an upcoming interfaith Thanksgiving service and educational Zoom sessions.