Ramadan Greetings from Howard Dean

October 4, 2005

Source: Democrats.org

http://www.democrats.org/a/2005/10/dean_commemorat.php

On October 4, 2005 Democrats.org released the following statement by Howard Dean commemorating the start of Ramadan: "Today Muslims in America and around the world mark the first day of Ramadan, a month of contemplation, self-sacrifice, and affirmation of our commitment to our fellow man. The month of Ramadan marks the revelation of the first verses of the Qur'an, which made the principles of peace and charity the foundation of Islam. This time is honored by a month of prayer and fasting, reminding us all to give thanks for our own blessings while renewing our commitment to ending poverty and hunger. We must renew our commitment to protecting civil liberties and expanding religious tolerance in our nation. And we should each take this time to fight hunger and poverty in our own communities. On this first day of Ramadan, my family and I express our best wishes to Muslims in America and around the world."