[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 105 (Friday, June 21, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E815]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                CELEBRATING MUHAMMAD SIDDEEQ'S BIRTHDAY

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 21, 2019

  Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Madam Speaker, today I rise to honor and 
recognize Imam Muhammad Siddeeq on his 83rd birthday.
  Imam Siddeeq has long been a dedicated advocate for social justice, 
engaging Muslim communities in Indianapolis and across our country in 
grassroots activism and policy objectives to bring about positive 
change. Whether serving as the director of the University of Islam, the 
largest Islamic school in America, or a teacher in our local schools 
and universities, he has remained a driven and principled individual 
who is deeply passionate about preparing future leaders.
  Imam Siddeeq is a man who speaks his mind and is unafraid to spark 
difficult but necessary conversations about issues affecting our 
communities. I have been blessed to call him a friend and mentor for 
many years, as have many others throughout his life.
  Imam Siddeeq is an educator, activist, published author, and 
spiritual leader. He is also a proud family man, with an equally 
resolute wife, Sister Fareedah Siddeeq. Together, they have been 
blessed with fifteen children and many grandchildren.
  Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in wishing Imam Muhammad 
Siddeeq a happy birthday. His work has informed and inspired countless 
individuals in our community, and he leaves a legacy of service to be 
followed for all Americans.

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