[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 161 (Friday, October 11, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1275-E1276]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        IN RECOGNITION OF THE MICHIGAN MUSLIM COMMUNITY COUNCIL

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 11, 2019

  Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Michigan 
Muslim Community Council. Its meaningful work across the state is 
worthy of commendation.
  The Muslim community is an important component of Michigan's 
identity. Since the community's humble beginnings in the state over 100 
years ago, the Muslim community in Michigan has grown significantly and 
today represents one of the most diverse groups in the nation. Seeing a 
need for greater unification among the smaller communities divided by 
Muslim sects, ethnicities, and races, the Michigan Muslim Community 
Council (MMCC) was established in 2012 through the merger of two other 
Muslim organizations, the Council of Islamic Organization of Michigan 
and the Islamic Shura Council of Michigan. Since its inception as a 
new, consolidated organization, MMCC has worked tirelessly to promote 
unity

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and cooperation by mobilizing the entire Muslim community statewide. 
Together as one voice, the council strives to purse social justice, 
improve human relationships, and uphold human rights for all.
  The Michigan Muslim Community Council's 33rd Annual Unity Banquet 
exemplifies the council's continued commitment to unifying, 
coordinating, and empowering Muslim communities across the state. Like 
the name suggests, the MMCC Unity Banquet brings countless community 
members together to honor our state's diverse Muslim communities every 
year. In addition, the banquet serves as a great opportunity to 
celebrate the impactful work of notable community figures who strive 
for unity throughout our state's vibrant and diverse Muslim communities 
every day.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the 
Michigan Muslim Community Council and celebrate their 33rd Annual Unity 
Banquet. We are grateful for the council's dedicated efforts to unite 
Muslim communities and promote social justice across our state.

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