[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 18]
[House]
[Page 25387]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                      WELCOMING IMAM YUSUF SALEEM

  (Mr. ELLISON asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to introduce to the 
Members of this body Imam Yusuf Saleem, a devoted servant of the Muslim 
faith and a recognized leader of the Muslim community. Imam Saleem is a 
graduate of Howard University, where he earned both his bachelor's of 
arts degree as well as his master's degree in education. He is a 
devoted educator who has held the rank of professor, principal, and 
teacher.
  In the wake of the brutal terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, 
Imam Saleem, along with other prominent leaders of the Muslim 
community, met with President George Bush to condemn the attacks and to 
establish a unified front against terrorism. As spokesman for this 
historic meeting, Imam Saleem's remarks, along with those of President 
Bush, helped to clarify for the American people the peaceful nature of 
the religion of Islam.
  Imam Saleem's tireless work has not gone unnoticed. In August 2002, 
the District of Columbia awarded Imam Saleem the first mayoral clergy 
award. In 2002, he was named Muslim man of the year by members of the 
Muslim community.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in welcoming to the floor a true citizen-
servant who is committed to his faith, his family, and the United 
States of America.

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