The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization CAIR, today congratulated Virginia state senator Ghazala Hashmi on her “historic” election as Virginia’s Lieutenant Governor, which makes her the first Muslim woman ever elected to statewide office in the United States.
According to numerous election monitors, the Democratic state senator will win election as Lieutenant Governor over Republican nominee John Reid.
SEE: Ghazala Hashmi to Win Virginia Lt. Governor’s Race
SEE ALSO: Hashmi wins Virginia lieutenant governor’s race, will be first Muslim woman in statewide office – The Hill
In a statement, Washington, D.C., based CAIR said:
“We congratulate all the reelected and newly-elected leaders in Virginia, including state senator Ghazala Hashmi. State Senator Hashmi has made history as the first Muslim woman elected to any statewide office in the United States. We hope this historic moment will inspire American Muslims to continue pursuing public service in Virginia and across the country.”
NOTE: As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, CAIR does not endorse or oppose candidates for office and makes no claims as to the favorability of one candidate being elected over another.
CAIR’s mission is to protect civil rights, enhance understanding of Islam, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
La misión de CAIR es proteger las libertades civiles, mejorar la comprensión del Islam, promover la justicia, y empoderar a los musulmanes en los Estados Unidos.
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