[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 68 (Tuesday, April 26, 2022)]
[Senate]
[Pages S2151-S2152]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                         TRIBUTE TO FARHAT QAZI

 Ms. STABENOW. Mr. President, I rise today to honor a 
Michigander who is working every day to build bridges and bring people 
together at a very important time for our country and our world.
  Farhat Qazi of West Bloomfield is an entrepreneur and a 
philanthropist. She is also a woman of deep faith who believes that 
religion can be a powerful force for peace and unity in the world.
  In pursuit of this noble goal, Qazi created Children of Abraham Day, 
which was recognized in Michigan on December 4, 2020. The day is an 
opportunity for Jews, Muslims, and Christians to celebrate their shared 
origins as descendants of the Prophet Abraham; their reverence for the 
city of Jerusalem; and their common beliefs in love, charity, and moral 
behavior.
  Far too often throughout history, religious differences have led to 
strife,

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conflict, and war. By focusing on shared backgrounds and beliefs--and 
rededicating ourselves to religious understanding and tolerance--Qazi 
believes that people of diverse faiths can build a stronger, more 
peaceful, and more prosperous world. I couldn't agree with her more.
  ``I believe teaching our children the common origins and shared 
heritage of the Abrahamic faiths is key to future global unity, peace, 
and harmony,'' said Qazi. ``Children of Abraham Day is about showing 
how we can come together, celebrate, and appreciate a common bond.''
  Farhat Qazi's belief in the power of Children of Abraham Day--and her 
tireless work to bring people of diverse religions together--deserves 
to be commended. It is my hope and prayer that this seed of 
understanding she has planted will continue to blossom and 
grow.

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