[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 117 (Wednesday, July 12, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E970]
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CONGRATULATING AGA KHAN ON HIS 60TH YEAR AS IMAM OF THE ISMAILI MUSLIMS

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                            HON. PETE OLSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 12, 2017

  Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I'm proud to represent one of the most 
diverse districts in America. Our diversity is an important part of 
what makes the greater Houston area such a unique example of the fabric 
of the American experience.
  The Ismaili Muslim community is a great contributor to Texas' 
cultural richness and economic growth. I appreciate the Ismaili Muslim 
community's engagement with the community as a whole, from public 
affairs to business to education.
  Sixty years ago today, the Aga Khan became the 49th hereditary Imam 
of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. The role of the Imam is to interpret 
the faith to the community, as well as improve the quality and security 
of their daily lives. Aga Khan has accomplished this role with success 
and pride for many years.
  The Aga Khan emphasizes the view of the religion of Islam as a 
thinking, spiritual faith: one that teaches compassion and tolerance, 
promotes the role of intellect and upholds the dignity of a man, God's 
noblest creation.
  I congratulate the Aga Khan on his Diamond Jubilee as Imam and wish 
both he and the U.S. Ismaili Muslim community continued success in 
their efforts to improve the lives of people around the world.

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