Rep. Sara Jacobs Introduces Resolution to Honor the Victims of the Islamic Center of San Diego Shooting
Rep. Sara Jacobs (CA-51), along with her Muslim and San Diegan Democratic colleagues, introduced a resolution to honor the victims of the Islamic Center of San Diego shooting: Amin Abdullah, Mansour “Abul Izz” Kahzia, and Nader Awad. These heroes were tragically murdered at the Islamic Center of San Diego, protecting the lives of over a hundred children, teachers, and community members in the process. Their resolution also condemns Islamophobia and anti-Muslim hate that led to this act of domestic terrorism.
Rep. Sara Jacobs said: “This ugly act of domestic terrorism doesn’t represent our San Diego community, but the brave and heroic sacrifices of Amin, Abul Izz, and Nader do. These great men saved the lives of many others. The best way to honor their memory is to finally address the horrific rise of Islamophobia and anti-Muslim hate. It’s our collective responsibility to condemn hateful rhetoric and violence, and stop it from spreading across our country.”
The following members joined Rep. Jacobs in introducing the resolution: Rep. André Carson (IN-07), Rep. Mike Levin (CA-49), Rep. Ilhan Omar (MN-05), Rep. Scott Peters (CA-50), Rep. Lateefah Simon (CA-12), Rep. Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), and Rep. Juan Vargas (CA-52). The text of the resolution is here.
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