Muslim Americans push back as Republican politicians stoke anti-Sharia rhetoric ahead of election
Muslim Americans are responding to anti-Sharia rhetoric used by Republican politicians, including Senator Ted Cruz, during midterm campaign events. Cruz recently stated that Sharia law has no place in the United States.
NEW YORK (AP) — Some of the loudest cheers for Sen. Ted Cruz at the Republicans’ recent midterm convention in Dallas came after the Texas politician targeted Muslim Americans and their faith’s religious code. “Sharia law has no place in America,” said Cruz. “We need to stand together and stop it now.” Texas Gov. Greg...
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