The House has now passed a new bill written by Rep. Illhan Omar with the intention of combating Islamophobia by creating a state department special envoy tasked with the mission.
The House has now passed a new bill written by Rep. Illhan Omar with the intention of combating Islamophobia by creating a state department special envoy tasked with the mission.
The Details:
The bill was passed on Tuesday 219-212 along party lines.
The bill is widely seen as a response to GOP Rep. Lauren Boebert’s critical comments about Omar, which many have interpreted as being openly anti-Muslim.
Though no specific effort to strip Boebert of her committee assignments has progressed, Omar told reporters that she is ‘hopeful’ further action will be taken.
Why it Matters: The incident illustrates the acrimony felt between the progressive wing of the Democratic party and the far-right sector of the GOP in recent months.
What People are Saying:
The passage of this legislation in the House of Representatives is a huge milestone for Muslims around the world and a powerful signal that Islamophobia cannot be tolerated anywhere.
— Ilhan Omar (@IlhanMN) December 15, 2021
Standing up against bigotry might expose one to attacks but we shouldn’t coward. Stand tall. ✊🏽 https://t.co/e51Ao9NapV
The “Islamophobia” bill we’re voting on today doesn’t even define what it means.
— Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (@RepMTG) December 14, 2021
Will Israel be “combated” for protecting themselves from a Hamas attack?
Will European countries be punished for restricting immigration to prevent rapes from Muslim “migrants?”
I’m voting NO! pic.twitter.com/vlMioevcQ5
Islamophobia must end. Bigotry must end.
— Rep. Pramila Jayapal (@RepJayapal) December 14, 2021
Today, I’m proud to support @Ilhan and @janschakowsky's bill to create a special envoy to monitor and combat Islamophobia at home and abroad. #StopIslamophobia
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