Council on American-Islamic Relations
Anti-Shariah movement changes tactics and gains success
Muslim leaders: We stand against terrorism
Non-Catholics greet Pope Francis with guarded optimism
UPDATE: Did SNL cross a line in “DJesus Uncrossed” skit?
How the “Islamic Antichrist” reflects our era’s anxieties
Bus ads aim to reclaim the meaning of ‘jihad’
What do religious leaders want for Obama’s next four years?
(RNS) Religious leaders already have their wish lists ready for President Obama's second term. Here are 10 officials' thoughts about what they’d like to see in the next four years. By Adelle M. Banks and Jeanie Groh.
Muslims back Obama, but by smaller margin than in 2008
(RNS) While fewer Muslims are supporting Obama this year, Muslim support for Mitt Romney, at 7 percent according to a recent poll, is more than triple the 2.2 percent of Muslims who voted for John McCain in 2008. By Omar Sacirbey.
Mosque in Toledo, Ohio scorched by arson
TOLEDO, Ohio (RNS) Muslim worshippers are reeling from an arson fire at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo, but are grateful for an outpouring of support from the local interfaith community. By David Yonke.
Muslim delegates at Democratic convention quadrupled since 2004
(RNS) The number of Muslim delegates attending the Democratic National Convention has more than quadrupled since 2004, according to a Muslim advocacy group. By Omar Sacirbey.
Muslims Brace For Tense Holiday
(RNS) Following attacks on seven mosques in the last two weeks, many Muslim Americans will mark the end of Ramadan this weekend under a cloud of fear. Their leaders aren't sure how to promote safety without provoking panic. By Omar Sacirbey.
Muslim group, CAIR, regains tax-exempt status
(RNS) The Council on American-Islamic Relations, a national Muslim civil rights group that has frequently drawn fire from conservatives, has regained its tax-exempt status. By Bob Smietana.
Rep. Michele Bachmann’s Muslim Brotherhood claims draw fierce fire
WASHINGTON (RNS) Rep. Michele Bachmann's claims that the Muslim Brotherhood has infiltrated the U.S. government are drawing fierce criticism. By Chris Lisee
Mosque construction continues to attract opposition across U.S.
CHICAGO (RNS) Since the 9/11 terrorist attacks animosity toward Muslims sometimes has taken the form of opposition to construction of mosques and other Islamic facilities. In the last five years, there has been ``anti-mosque activity'' in more than half of U.S. states, according to the ACLU. By Judy Keen.
Kansas bans Shariah, Muslims eye legal fight
(RNS) Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback has signed a bill preventing judges from considering foreign law in their deliberations, a move that Muslim groups say is a direct and unnecessary assault on Shariah, or Islamic law. By Lauren Markoe.
