Ramadan Reflections on Islam and World Hunger MAS Freedom would like to take a moment to extent its warmest Ramadan greetings to the community. May our hearts turn to those living in war zones, under oppression, and suffering silently in poverty and hunger.

MAS Freedom Rejoices in the News of Dr. Sami Al-Arian's Release on Bail MAS Freedom rejoices with the family of Dr. Sami Al-Arian on learning that he has released on bail.

MAS Freedom Secures Release of ICE Cardiac Detainee Ziyad Busaileh of Raleigh, NC MAS Freedom acknowledges ICE officials for answering the call to take the Busaileh case in another direction – stopping short of allowing his story to become the next chapter in the NY Times series detailing the deaths of immigrants dying in detention.

MAS Freedom Joins Vigil in Support of Immigrant Rights After Latest ICE Raid MAS Freedom and the National Capital Immigrant Coalition strongly believe that all detainees are entitled to the presumption of innocence until proven guilty of any violation of U.S. law, and should be granted the right to legal counsel.

MAS Freedom Appeals to ICE and DHS Officials for Humanitarian Response in Case of Ziyad Busaileh Busaileh, also diabetic, is recovering from a 2nd heart surgery. The recovery period would allow Busaileh and his heart, the urgently needed time in order for both to regain strength before a third, potentially life-saving surgery.

TONIGHT! MAS Freedom Co-Sponsored Civil Rights Forum Highlighting the Case of Dr. Sami Al-Arian 7-9PM MAS Freedom Executive Director, Imam Mahdi Bray scheduled to speak. WHEN: Tuesday, August 12, 2008, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. WHERE: The Historical Society of Washington, 801 K Street NW, Washington, DC.

MAS Freedom Offers Preparedness Advice as ICE Continues 90-Day Sweep Could a completed Immigration Form G-28 have spared Ziyad Busaileh the added disadvantage of enduring a transfer to a facility 600 miles from his family and physician?

MAS Freedom Endorses Ships Sailing in Support of Ending the Blockade in Gaza Join the MAS Freedom Hearing Aids for the Children of Gaza Campaign! Your support in alleviating the 27-year humanatarian crisis faced by the children of Gaza is one of the most worthwhile and rewarding contributions you could possibly make this year.

MAS Freedom Applauds House Passage of Historic Pay Equity Bill Gender-based pay discrimination, as much as 23 cents on the dollar, contributes to the loss of hundreds of thousands of dollars over a woman's lifetime - to her and her family.

MAS Freedom Investigates ICE Arrest of 60-Year Old Palestinian Cardiac Patient On July 29 Busaileh was transferred to the Etowah County Detention Center in Gadsen, Alabama – known for abusive treatment of its detainees, insufficient medical care, restricted diets, denial of rights to legal privilege and denial of phone calls.

MAS Freedom Joins Call for Responsible Testimony in the Fight Against Terrorism Steven Emerson, who is a self-described "expert" on terrorism, is hardly capable of providing the objective information required for a credible assessment of the subject of his presentation: Leveraging Foreign Aid to Achieve U.S. Policy Goals.

Summerfest 2008 Featuring 'Allah Made Me Funny' Aug. 30, Columbus, OH Entertainment for the Entire Family! Step-up-to-the-Plate in 2008 and Register to Vote at the Muslim Event of the Year! Also featuring Native Deen, Tyson, and Remarkable Current.

MAS Freedom Welcomes Judge Brinkema's Order for Release of Dr. Sami Al-Arian Virginia's U.S. Eastern District Court Judge Leonie Brinkema, has delivered a court order, dated July 10, 2008, outlining terms for the long awaited release of Dr. Sami Al-Arian on bond.

MAS Freedom - It's Not Too Late to Ask Sentate to Say 'NO' to Warrantless Wiretapping and Telecom Immunity Bill MAS Freedom believes that law-abiding Muslims – who are likely to be the overwhelming targets of warrentless wiretapping – must speak out to defend their civil liberties and protect themselves from this over-zealous invasion of privacy.

MAS Freedom Applauds First Appellate Decision Providing Protection in Electronic Messaging MAS Freedom applauds Wednesday's unanimous 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling in a case filed by Ontario, California police Sergeant Jeff Quon, after his text messages were obtained and reviewed by the Department without his permission or a warrant.

MAS Freedom Urges You to Say NO to FISA Blanket Immunity and Illegal Wiretapping & Demand Protection of Your Right to Privacy The proposed FISA deal would guarantee immunity for telecoms alleged to have participated in the President’s illegal wiretapping program and fails to protect the privacy of law-abiding Americans at home.

MAS-Freedom Investigates Anti-Muslim Bias Case MAS Freedom is investigating the possible case of a prominent Muslim professor at Oklahoma City Campus College of Medicine who has filed a grievance citing religious and racist discrimination in the workplace.

Nakba! The Palestinian Catastrophe Solidarity Rally for a Free Palestine, Friday, May 16th. 2008 marks the 60th Anniversary of the Nakba, the forced exile of Palestinians from their homeland and the dispossession of Palestinians from their properties.

MAS Freedom Supports Ellison Sponsored Election Day Registration Bill The Election Day Registration Act addresses low voter turnout and archaic voter registration laws, and is viewed as preferable to advance registration since voters are present when they register, reducing opportunities for fraud.

EXTENDED TO MAY 5th! MAS Freedom's 'Ask Egypt to be a Good Neighbor' Campaign Due to the incredible community response to the MAS Freedom Dial-In to the Embassy of Egypt Campaign, it will be extended through Friday, May 5th. GET INVOLVED! Forward this important information to your friends and associates today!

MAS Freedom Joins Call for Expression of Appreciation to Rep. Dennis Kucinich for Speech on Palestinian Struggle MAS Freedom encourages Muslim community and all people of conscience to thank Rep. Dennis Kucinich (D-OH) for his statement on the Nakba, submitted for the Congressional Record on April 22.

Join MAS Freedom Dial-In Campaign to 'Ask Egypt to Be a Good Neighbor to the Suffering People of Gaza!' Join MAS Freedom (MASF) and American Muslims for Palestine (AMP) in the ongoing campaign to End the Embargo and bring humanitarian assistance to the suffering people of Gaza.

MAS Freedom Preps Muslim Communities for Election 2008 Primaries Determining to keep the Muslim community engaged in positive civic activities leading to the November 2008 elections, MAS Freedom continued its series of national Muslim Townhall meetings in Charlotte, NC and Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

'Allah Made Me Funny' Appearing at Philadelphia Muslim Townhall Meeting April 19 MAS Freedom is sponsoring a Muslim Townhall Meeting in Phildaelphia, PA on April 19, 2008 from 5-7 PM - to be broadcast Live on WURD-900AM. The event will also feature entertainment from the comedy tour, 'Allah Made Me Funny'.

MAS Freedom Director Travels to NY for Press Conference on Behalf of Dr. Sami Al-Arian Today in New York, MAS Freedom, as the civic and human rights advocacy entity of the Muslim American Society, joined a coalition of advocates for a press conference held on behalf of Dr. Sami Al-Arian, reiterating the continued call for his release.

MAS Freedom Protests Transfer of Dr. Sami Al-Arian to Solitary Confinement Facility MAS Freedom has learned that Dr. Sami Al-Arian, in the 41st day of a hunger strike he began on April 3, 2008, was transferred today from a regular holding cell at Howard County Detention Center in Jessup, Maryland, to the 'Special Housing Unit' (SHU).

MAS Freedom Affirms Democracy for Muslims at Special U.N. Program in NY On Wednesday, April 9, 2008, MAS Freedom's Ibrahim Ramey joined Mr. Amadee Turner, former Parliamentary member of both the UK and European Union, in New York City for a special dialogue titled, 'Grassroots, Muslims, and Democracy'.

MAS Freedom Endorses Interfaith Community Support for H.R. 1542: Healthy Families Act MAS Freedom endorses the Healthy Families Act, legislation that guarantees full-time workers seven paid sick days a year, and part-time workers a pro-rata amount of paid sick days, to recover from their own illness or care for a sick family member.

MAS Freedom Joins Muslim Delegation Visiting Dr. Sami Al-Arian at Va. Prison MAS Freedom joined a delegation of American Muslim groups on Monday for a visit to Dr. Sami Al-Arian, who, as of April 1, was in day 29 of his third hunger strike protest of the U.S. Government's refusal to uphold its promise for his release.

MAS Freedom-Led Delegation Again Challenges Egyptian Military Tribunal On March 25, a human rights advocacy delegation organized by MAS Freedom, waited outside Hikestep Army Compound in Cairo, Egypt, for the trial verdict of 40 members of the Islamic opposition to the government; a ruling that was delayed for the fifth time.

MAS Freedom Encourages Community Participation in First Annual Interfaith-Based Domestic Violence Awareness Event Tonight at American University - 'Not in Our Name: United Against Domestic Violence' aims to highlight intercultural and interfaith efforts to bring an end to a social problem that transcends racial, ethnic, religious, class, and gender boundaries.

Invest in the Future Support MAS Freedom Advocacy Campaigns Your continued support will help us continue the crucial advocacy work needed to make a positive contribution toward making the world a better place for Muslim communities and children here at home and abroad.

MAS Freedom Seeks Action from Judiciary Committee on Behalf of Dr. Al-Arian MAS Freedom will request a meeting next week with the Senate Judiciary Committee as Dr. Sami Al-Arian's condition continues to deteriorate in the 18th day of a Hunger Strike in protest of the Government's refusal to uphold its promise for his release.

MAS Freedom Encourages the Muslim Community to Oppose the 'SAVE' Act MAS Freedom encourages the Muslim community to stand in opposition of the Secure America through Verification and Enforcement Act (SAVE Act), H.R. 4088, introduced by U.S. Congressman Heath Shuler (D-NC) in November 2007.

MAS Freedom-NC and Raleigh Muslim Community Protest Continued Abuse of Dr. Al-Arian On Saturday, the 12th day of Dr. Sami Al-Arian's Hunger Strike in protest of the U.S. Government's continued abuse of power in refusing to release him, MAS Freedom-NC gathered in front of Raleigh's downtown Federal building in a call for accountability.

Federal Medical Facility Continues to Withhold IV Treatment as Dr. Sami Al-Arian's Condition Deteriorates MAS Freedom urges all people of conscience to join in the call for accountability on the part of the federal government for its continued abuse of power in refusing to abide by its own agreements in the case of Dr. Al-Arian.

MAS Freedom Renews Call for End to Manipulation of Justice System as Dr. Sami Al-Arian Enters Day 9 of Hunger Strike MAS Freedom has learned that on the 9th day of a hunger strike that began on Monday, March 3, 2007, he was moved to to a federal medical facility in Butner, North Carolina on March 4, where his condition has continued to deteriorate.

MAS Freedom Official Response on the Recent Killing of Civilians in Gaza and Jerusalem MAS Freedom, in response to the recent killing of civilians in Gaza and Jerusalem reasserts that our position is clear. The killing of civilians is unacceptable and condemnable.

TODAY'S RALLY POSTPONED MAS Freedom announces the postponement of today's Rally in front of the Israeli Embassy, scheduled for 4:00 PM. It has come to our attention that heavy rains are expected throughout the afternoon and the rush hour.

MAS Freedom to Rally at Israeli Embassy for End to Siege and Killing in Gaza MAS Freedom, in continuation of the ongoing campaign to end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, will Rally in front of the Israeli Embassy, 3514 International Drive, N.W., Washington, D.C., on Friday, March 7, 2008 at 4:00 PM.

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MAS Freedom and MAS Chapters Mobilize Nationally for Intensified Response to Gaza Catastrophe MAS Freedom (MASF), as the civic and human rights advocacy entity of the Muslim American Society (MAS) and MAS Chapters nationwide are intensifying their networking public policy and direct action campaign to end the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Egyptian Government Intensifies Crackdowns Against Rights Activists Egyptian security forces arrested Khaled Hamza on Feb. 20, 2008. Hamza, an internationally known activist, is an opponent of the Mubarak government's use military tribunals as instruments of attacks against both religious and secular opponents.

MAS Freedom-Nashville Leads Community Efforts to Support Victims of Mosque Arson MAS Freedom-Nashville has played a leading role in community efforts to support the victims of this hate crime and reconstruction of the mosque destroyed by fire earlier this month.

MAS Freedom Condemns Arson at Tennessee Mosque MAS Freedom (MASF), as the civic and human rights advocacy entity of the Muslim American Society (MAS), unequivocally condemns the criminal act of arson that resulted in the destruction of a mosque in Columbia, Tennessee this past Friday.

MAS Freedom Implores Contact Your Congressman: Gaza Can't Wait We need to urgently express that it is morally imperative for the U.S. government to take action towards ending the illegal and immoral blockade of Gaza.

Make A Pledge To Give For Gaza With Reports of an Escalation in Israeli Attacks Against Gaza, the MAS Freedom Mission to End the Siege of Gaza Needs Your Support - Make a Pledge Today

MAS Freedom Urges Supporters to Contact Congressional Reps to Urging Support for Ending the Embargo on Gaza <<ACTION ALERT>> MAS Freedom encourages community members to contact their Congressional Representative(s) and the Sscretary of State to demand that the siege of Gaza be immediately ended.

EMERGENCY APPEAL FOR GAZA! MAS Freedom urgently needs your financial support as it launches the beginning of its 'End the Embargo in Gaza' campaign with a Rally in front of the Israeli Embassy, 3514 International Dr., N.W., Washington, D.C., on Fri., Jan. 25 at 4PM.

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MAS Freedom Launches 'End the Embargo in Gaza' Campaign in Response to Human Rights Atrocities MAS Freedom Calls for Day of Action this Friday, nationwide, in response to the continued human rights atrocities in Gaza, and in support of its 'End the Embargo in Gaza' campaign.

MAS Freedom Joins Call for 40 Days of Nonviolence in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2008 marks 40-years since the assassination of Martin Luther King, thus, it is especially important that we connect with the principles upon which Dr. King built his life, his service, and the movement that he championed—the principles of nonviolence.

MAS Freedom Joins Jan. 11 Worldwide Condemnation of Guantanamo January 11, 2007 marks five years of indefinite detention at Guantánamo. On that day, thousands of people will demand an end to torture and the indefinite, illegal and immoral detention of hundreds of men at Guantánamo.

MAS Freedom National Coordinator Meets with Candidates in Iowa Before Caucuses Over the last eighteen months, MAS Freedom has strived to increase election participation of both Muslims and other minorities in Iowa by holding Voting is Power (VIP) events to register voters and inform them of their rights and responsibilities.

MAS Freedom Responds to Court of Appeals Reversal of $156M Award Against HLF and Other U.S.-Based Muslim Charities BREAKING NEWS CHICAGO: The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals overturns $156M award against the Texas-based Holy Land Foundation, the Chicago-based American Muslim Society, also known as the Islamic Association of Palestine; and the Quranic Literacy Institute.

MAS Freedom Extends Eid Greetings and Invites You to View Video of DC-Metropolitan Area Eid Festivities MAS Freedom sincerely hopes you and your family enjoy the blessings to be found in this wonderful holiday season. Eid Celebration video and article here.

MAS Freedom Joins Local Interfaith Community Leadership in Inviting You to Watch 'In God's Name' Sunday, Dec. 23 on CBS MAS Freedom invites you to watch "In God' s Name," a major television event addressing some of the most challenging and profound questions of our time, Sunday, Dec. 23 on the CBS television network.

MAS Freedom Announces Major Muslim Human Rights Campaign Against Small-Arms Trafficking MAS Freedom in a direct response to the massive violence and killing in the world, and especially in majority Muslim nations, announces the creation of a new human rights campaign - Muslim Alliance Against Small Arms Trafficking (MAASAT).

MAS Freedom Legal Fund Announces Imam Kadir Gunduz Released on Bond After 2 Week Detainment Imam Gunduz, 48, was arrested by USICE officials Dec. 4 in Pittsburg on an alleged immigration violation, nearly two decades after arriving in the US. He was released on a $5,000 bond at Wednesday afternoon's immigration court hearing.

MAS Freedom Legal Fund Needs Your Support in Protecting the Rights of Detained Muslim Activists and Religious Leaders MAS Freedom, through the MAS Freedom Legal Fund, continues to support the rights of detained activists and religious leaders as this unsettling trend continues to evolve.

MAS Freedom Legal Fund Assists in Defense of Imam Kadir Gunduz MAS Freedom has learned of the Dec. 4, 2007, detainment of Imam Kadir Gundz, 48, by U.S. Immigration officials. Executive Director, Mahdi Bray, offering the services of MAS Freedom's Legal Fund, will attend Wednesday's 1:00 PM bail hearing in York, PA.

MAS Freedom Welcomes Saudi King's Pardon of Qatif Girl But Reiterates the Need for Change MAS Freedom welcomes the announcement out of Saudi Arabia that King Abdallah has pardoned a 19-year old female victim of gang rape, known only as 'Qatif Girl', sentenced to 200 lashes and 6-months imprisonment.

MAS Freedom Responds to Lifting of Contempt Status in Al-Arain Case "MAS Freedom extends its appreciation to the court for lifting the contempt status and for responding to the necessity of upholding the 14th Amendment's guarantee of equal protection under the law," stated MAS Freedom Executive Director, Mahdi Bray.

Preliminary Victory for MAS Freedom Legal Fund as S. Miami District Court Judge Orders No Arrest or Deportation for Farahi Earlier today Eecutive Director, Mahdi Bray, attended a hearing in the S. Dist. Court of Florida while monitoring the case of Foad Farahi. U.S. District Court Judge Marcia G. Cooke Farahi's request for a Temporary Restraining Order.

MAS Freedom Concerned About Gov't Targeting of Immigrant Muslim Activists and Clergy for Voluntary Departure MAS Freedom (MASF) Executive Director, Mahdi Bray, will attend a hearing in the Southern District Court of Florida on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2007 to monitor the deportation case of Foad Farahi vs. USA, et. al.

MAS Freedom-Dallas/Fort Worth Hiring Director This position reports directly to the MAS Freedom Board of Directors. Women, minorities and others are encouraged to apply.

MAS Freedom's Ibrahim Abdil-Mu'id Ramey Participates in Trans-Atlantic Dialogue at German-U.S. Conference Civil and Human Rights Director, Ibrahim Abdil-Mu'id Ramey, represented MAS Freedom at the 4th Annual Trans-Atlantic Dialogue (TAD) conference, sponsored by the Association of Protestant Academies in Germany, December 2-7.

Support of MAS Freedom Initiatives Crucial Now More Than Ever MAS Freedom has, through the years, maintained its quest to make a positive contribution toward making the world a better place for the Muslim community and our children.

MAS Freedom Encourages VA/DC/MD Community to Attend Dec. 5 Premier of USA vs. Al-Arain "USA vs. Al-Arian" is a disturbing film on freedom of speech in post 9/11 America and political persecution following the arrest and trial of Sami Al-Arian.

ANNOUNCEMENT: MAS Freedom Executive Director Mahdi Bray Live on John Watson Show Friday 11/30/07 On Friday, November 30, 2007, at 9:30 AM (EST), MAS Freedom (MASF) Executive Director Mahdi Bray, will be a guest on the John Watson Show on Newstalk 1450 AM in Wilmington, Delaware.

MAS Freedom Responds to Initial U.S. District Court Victory in 'Flying Imams' Case MAS Freedom Executive Director, Mahdi Bray stated, "Clearly the court did today what we at MAS Freedom have always urged the media and the public to do; ignore the Islamophobic hype and follow the facts.

MAS Freedom Condemns Saudi Miscarriage of Justice in Gang Rape Sentencing MAS Freedom expressed both outrage and intense protest to the government of Saudi Arabia in the aftermath of a judicial decree to punish a 19-year old female victim of gang rape, known only as 'Qatif Girl', with 200 lashes and 6-months imprisonment.

MAS Freedom Joins Rep. Markey in Requesting USCIS Seek Input of Religious Community on Changes to R-1 Visa Rules MAS Freedom urges the religious community to stand in solidarity with Rep. Edward J. Markey (D-Malden), in calling on USCIS to consult with religious leaders before implementing proposed changes to R-1 Religious Worker Visa Rules.

UPDATED Nov. 4 MAS Freedom Calls on Muslim Community to Attend Ashqar Sentencing Nov. 8 FINAL SENTENCING MEMORANDUM NOW ONLINE - MAS Freedom encourages the Muslim community to present a unified show of support on November 8, 2007, for Abdelhaleem Ashqar as he appears for sentencing at the U.S. District Court for Northern Illinois.

MAS Freedom Celebrates Victory with Texas Muslim Community on Court Ordered Injunction Against Kaufman MAS Freedom (MASF), as the civic and human rights advocacy entity of the Muslim American Society (MAS) celebrates with the Texas Muslim community and nationwide supporters, Wednesday's U.S. District Court issued Temporary Injunction against Joe Kaufman.

MAS Freedom Applauds Ft. Worth District Court Decision to Extend Restraining Order Against Kaufman MAS Freedom announces and celebrates with the entire Muslim community, Monday's U.S. District Court decision to extend the temporary restraining order against Joe Kaufman pending additional consideration of the request for a temporary injunction.

MAS Freedom Executive Director Mahdi Bray Joins Former Archbishop Desmond Tutu in Boston Advocating for Justice in Palestine Bray offered a welcome to Sabeel conference attendees on behalf of the Muslim community and participated in an interfaith worship service during the two-day event.

UPDATE: TSA Develops New Procedure for Screening Religious Headwear at US Airports On October 28, 2007, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will implement new procedures for screening religious headwear, according to a Sikh Coalition update.

MAS Service Corps Appeals to Muslim Community for Support of California Wildfire Relief Efforts MSC is calling on all MAS chapters, Islamic Centers and contentious members of our great community nationwide, to donate generously to the MSC San Diego Relief Fundraising Campaign.

MAS Freedom Urges Community to Support Continued Struggle for Passage of Child Health Insurance Program Legislation We urge MAS members and supporters to voice our demand that congress continue to demand full health coverage for all children in this country.

MAS Freedom Condemns Violent Attack Against Pakistani Leader Benazir Bhutto MAS Freedom (MASF), as the civic and human rights advocacy entity of the Muslim American Society (MAS), condemns the attack on the motorcade of Pakistani leader and presidential candidate Benazir Bhutto.

MAS Youth and National Leaders Launch Pro-Active Campaign Challenging Campus Hate and 'Islamo-Fascism Awareness Week' "Despite the millions of dollars that fuel the anti-Muslim agenda, I believe in the ultimate triumph of good over evil - as Dr. King reminded us some 40 years ago."

MAS Freedom Exposes Horowitz Deception MAS Freedom (MASF) will work together to educate the public about this month's newest campaign to smear Islam, "Islamo-Facism Awareness Week", set for October 22-26, 2007.

MAS Freedom Celebrates Unanimous 376-0 Passage of 'The Ramadan Bill' MAS Freedom (MASF), as the civic and human rights advocacy entity of the Muslim American Society (MAS) announces and celebrates with the entire Muslim community, the unanimous passage of House Resolution 635 – 'The Ramadan Bill'.

MAS Freedom Calls For Release of 'Jena Six' Suspect Mychal Bell MAS Freedom called today for the immediate release of "Jena Six" suspect Mychal Bell, who was originally arrested and charged with a felony related to the alleged Dec. 4, 2006 assault of a white teenager in the racially-charged case in Jena, Louisiana.

MAS Freedom Launches 'Faith Over Fear and Justice for All' Campaign in Katy, Texas MAS Freedom announces a "Faith Over Fear and Justice For All" campaign in support of the Kady Muslim community and their right to build an Islamic center.

MAS Freedom and Antiwar Leaders Hold Press Conference to Announce Plans for Sept. 15 Mass March and Die-In On September 15 MAS Freedom encourages you to join tens of thousands of people for the March on Washington to End the War in Iraq and to participate in a "Die-In" - a large-scale civil disobedience led by Iraq War Veterans.

MAS Freedom Human Rights Update In Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom (MASF), as the civic and human rights advocacy entity of the Muslim American Society (MAS), presents its weekly Human Rights Update.

MAS Freedom Calls for Closing of Guantanamo and Release of Al-Jazeera Cameraman Sami Al Haj "Sami Al-Haj asks for just one thing, to be granted a fair trial and to be released," Stafford-Smith said in a message to Reporters Without Borders.

MAS Freedom Joins Faith-Based Coalition Petitioning TSA for Review of New Religious Headwear Policy We cannot stand by while TSA grants airport screeners license to conduct religious profiling.

MAS Freedom Civil Rights Update In Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom (MASF), as the civic and human rights advocacy entity of the Muslim American Society (MAS), presents its weekly Civil Rights Update.

Join MAS Freedom for the Sept. 15 National March on Washington, D.C. to End the War in Iraq The march will be held to demand an end to the war in Iraq and to take back our nation, is sponsored by A.N.S.W.E.R., MASF, and a broad-based national coalition.

MAS Freedom Appeals to EU: Resume Electrical Payments and Restore Power in Gaza Gaza residents are scrambling for a small, expensive, private generators, fueled by ever-diminishing gasoline supplies. But the vast majority of them have no electrical power at all.

Only 25 Days Until the September 15 March on Washington MAS Freedom will also recognizes Sept. 15 as the 25th anniversary of the Sabra and Shatila Massacre.

MAS Freedom Calls on U.S. Authorities to Release Guantanamo Bay Prisoner, Sami Al-Haj MAS Freedom supports the international campaign, led by Reporters Without Borders, to free Sami Al-Haj.

MAS Freedom Supports 1st Amendment Right to Free Speech in Protest of War Fining the anti-war movement tens of thousands of dollars for putting up Free Speech-protected literature makes a mockery out of the First Amendment.

Join MAS Freedom in Supporting the Sept. 15 March on Washington Anyone can be a part of this event, whether here in Washington, D.C., or from your own home. Learn how!

MAS Freedom Human Rights Update In Brief A global rights watchdog on Thursday said many women in Ivory Coast were victims of serious sexual abuse during the country's conflict and urged authorities to investigate and punish the culprits.

Minneapolis Bridge Collapse: MAS Freedom Offers Condolences MAS Freedom (MASF), as the civic and human rights advocacy entity of the Muslim American Society (MAS), offers its condolences to everyone affected by the I-35W bridge collapse.

Join MAS Freedom Sept. 15 for D.C. Rally and Iftar We call upon the Muslim community and all people of conscience, to join us in fasting and prayer in Washington, D.C. on September 15.

MAS Freedom Issues Statement Condemning Hostage Deaths in Afghanistan These actions are completely contrary to the basic tenets of Islam, and for the sake of our Lord, we implore those who have taken these hostages to return them safely to their loved ones, and to stop this madness.

MAS Freedom Expresses Condolences to Korean Ambassador MAS Freedom completely condemns these kidnappings and killings as not only a gross violation of the human rights, but also a horrible violation of the norms of basic human decency.

MAS Freedom Opposes New U.S. Arms Sales to Middle East MAS Freedom opposes proposed escalation in arms sales, learn why here.

MAS Freedom Responds to Sentencing of Sabri Benkahla Sabri Benkahla, despite a prior acquittal, has continued to face vigorous prosecution by Federal authorities, and as a result of being re-tried on "lesser" offenses in February 2007, will now spend the next 10-years of his life in a federal prison.

MAS Freedom Maintains Stand Against Torture! Congress must act to guarantee that the President's order is not a green light to continued abuses in America's name. There must be rigorous oversight of the CIA's interrogation program.

MAS Freedom Urges Nation to Mobilize for March on Washington and Congress Sept. 15 Your support and participation is needed to insure that thousands are gathered in Washington, D.C., as "We, the People", Turn Up the Heat in demanding that not one more penny is spent on a war for empire and oil.

MAS Freedom National Mobilization Team Responds to HLF UCC Designation On Sunday, the Muslim community of Dallas packed the Plano Centre in a Town Hall response to the upcoming Holy Land Foundation (HLF) trial.

Peace Now Report Highlights Israeli Settlement "Land Grab" in Palestine Peace Now has issued a report revealing that Israeli settlements in the occupied West bank of Palestine use only 12 per cent of the land allocated to them, and that one third of the territory being used is outside of the settlement jurisdictions.

Pay Day Loan Consumer Protection Act Wins Initial Approval of Washington, D.C. City Council The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation was informed on July 11th that a majority of the Washington, D.C. City Council approved the first reading of Bill B17-132, the Pay Day Loan Consumer Protection Act.

Pakistan and Democracy: Time for Musharraf to Go In the Pakistani capital, more than 20 civilians and a number of government troops have been killed in clashes between pro-Taliban Islamic advocates and the Pakistan army.

MAS Freedom Foundation Supports Pay Day Loan Consumer Protection Act in Washington, D.C. As part of our ongoing commitment to support economic justice for all the MAS Freedom Foundation is supporting the passage of the Pay Day Loan Consumer Protection Act of 2007, which will be introduced this week before the City Council of Washington, D.C

Director of MAS Freedom Foundation-NC to Participate in International Leadership Conference The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation, North Carolina has been invited to participate in the International Leadership Conference (ILC), to be held in Seoul, Korea on July 17-21, 2007.

"Partial" Justice Will Not Bring Freedom to Palestine The appearance of conciliation and "progress" In Israel-Palestine may capture the attention of the world. But, we must not be content to merely slow down the machine of occupation and oppression. It must be brought to a complete stop.

MAS Freedom Foundation Special Palestine Update (1) Deadly Israeli Attack on Gaza Condemned (2)Israel Admits to the Destruction of Mosques in Villages Within the 1948 Borders

MAS Freedom Foundation Joins ANSWER in Mobilizing March on September 15th The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation has joined with ANSWER in mobilizing a march on the White House and Congress in Washington, DC.

MAS Freedom Foundation Applauds Release of BBC Journalist in Gaza The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation is grateful for the actions that led to Mr. Alan Johnston's release. We also view his release as a positive step in the nonviolent resolution of conflict in Gaza and all of Palestine.

Riba, to the Extreme: The practice of making "pay day" loans, usually at annual percentage rates that can exceed 500 per cent, has attracted the attention, and anger, of consumer advocates throughout the United States.

U.K. Violence Unacceptable The recent events in London and Glasgow Scotland are strongly and unequivocally condemned by the Muslim American Society (MAS).

Israel Launches Deadly Gaza Raids Palestinian medics said the Israeli army's incursion on Wednesday into Gaza City and the southern town of Khan Younis, the biggest raid on the territory since the Hamas takeover two weeks ago, is ongoing.

MAS Freedom Foundation Civil Rights Update In Brief Noted Muslim Civil Rights Attorney Charges New York Police With Assault

Child Soldiers: The Youngest Victims of Armed Conflict Child soldiers continue to be the youngest, and most terribly brutalized victims, of war. They number some 200,000 combatants in 30 armed conflicts around the world.

Human Rights Update From MAS Freedom Foundation: Ethiopian Coffee Farmers Win Key Concession from Starbucks Corporation! After a powerful national campaign endorsed by the MAS and thousands of concerned human rights advocates, the Ethiopian coffee growers have finalized an agreement with Starbucks that will preserve their ownership of their coffee brand names.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Civil Rights Update In Brief (1) Civil Rights Investigations To Be Re-Opened; (2)Congressman John Lewis to Participate in Civil Rights March for the Blind

Important Legislative Public Policy Statement for MAS Leadership and Supporters In order to insure that MAS leadership, its departments, members, and supporters are clear concerning these vital issues, we are providing a public policy (analysis) that is consistent with the legislative objective of MASFF and its coalition partners.

MAS Freedom Foundation Supports Senator Larry Shaw's Request for No Appeal on Court's Oath Criteria Decision The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation supports Senator Larry Shaw's request to Attorney General Roy Cooper regarding the imposition of religious text as an oath criteria.

Contempt Extended Four Months for Dr. Al-Arian Today in a closed hearing in federal court Dr. Sami Al-Arian was ordered held until at least October, which will mark nine months since he was held in contempt, half way through the 18-month maximum of the citation.

MAS Freedom Foundation Palestine Update Israel fired missiles and sent tanks on a foray into Gaza on Wednesday, killing four Palestinians in the deadliest military action since Hamas militants took control of the coastal strip.

Interfaith Leaders Meet In Chicago Around the Issue of Labor Justice and Immigration The Interfaith Worker Justice (IWJ) held its 2007 national conference on the campus of North Park University in Chicago. This year's theme focused on welcoming, struggling, and organizing for worker's justice.

MAS Freedom Foundation Calls for an End to Gaza Violence: As the war between Hamas and Fatah winds down in the Gaza Strip,it is clear that, at least for now, the forces of Hamas have emerged as the victors. This civil war may have an apparent winner, at least for now. But all the people of Palestine are losers.

The Ugly Business of Torture Rendition: The United States is a signatory to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Convention Against Torture. But this hasn't prevented the current administration from maintaining secret C.I.A. torture facilities all over the world,

A Momentous Day In Boston, Minaret Capping a Success The Islamic Society of Boston (ISB) and the Muslim American Society (MAS) congratulates the New England community for achieving a milestone in the dream to build the largest Islamic Center in Greater Boston.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update In Brief Human Rights Group Criticizes Ethiopian Government Over Protest Convictions

MAS Freedom Foundation Human Rights Update As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Human Rights Update.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update In Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Weekly Human Rights Update in Brief.

MAS Comments on Pew Research Poll on Muslims in America From a Muslim perspective, the indications of the poll were mixed: some of the conclusions were favorable and encouraging, while others, if taken at face value, should be regarded as troubling-if not alarming-to both Muslims and non-Muslims in America.

MAS Freedom Foundation Condemns Kidnappings, Escalation of Violence Against Palestinian Civilians and Leaders MAS Freedom Foundation joins with peace, human rights and pro-justice organizations in expressing, our condemnation of the kidnapping and violence directed by Israel against Palestinian leaders in the West Bank and Gaza.

MAS Service Corps (MSC) Distributes Meat During National Humanitarian Day Relief Drive Putting words to action, the Muslim American Society Service Corp's (MSC) National Humanitarian Day Relief Drive will provide Islamically slaughtered goat meat, as well as canned goods, and gently used clothing and blankets for those in need.

MAS Freedom Foundation Calls "Enhanced Sentencing" a Gross Miscarriage of Justice First, it was Dr. Sami Al-Arian. Then, it was Brother Sabri Ben Khala. And now, it's Dr. Abdelhaleem Ashqar. What do these Muslim men have in common?

MAS Calls for End to Attack on Refugee Camp in Lebanon The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation responded today to the escalation of violence in Lebanon, which has claimed the lives of "scores" of combatants and untold numbers of unarmed civilians.

Governor of Virginia Gives Keynote Speech at MAS Freedom Foundation Standing for Justice Award Dinner Governor Tim Kaine of Virginia gave the keynote address for the 5th Annual Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation 'Standing for Justice Dinner'.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update In Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Weekly Human Rights Update in Brief.

Statement From Rabbi Arthur Waskow On May 19th, 2007, Rabbi Waskow received a Peace and Justice Award during the Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation's '5th Annual Standing for Justice Banquet'. Although he was not able to attend the event, he sent a statement to MAS Freedom.

MAS Freedom Foundation Human Rights Update In Brief (1) U.S. Appears Willing to Join U.N. Human Rights Panel (2) Indonesia Reelected Member of UN Human Rights Council (3)Israeli Planes Pound Hamas Targets

Clashes Put Unity in Jeopardy The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation notes the solemn commemoration of the Naqba, or "tragedy", of the expulsion and displacement of more than 750,000 Palestinians that marked the foundation of the State of Israel on this date in 1948.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update In Brief (1)Human Rights: Anxious in Tehran;(2)Ethiopia Defends Record on Rights; (3)UN: Somalia Agrees to Human Rights Probe

Sunni and Shi'a Leaders in Michigan to Sign Historic Muslim Code of Honor Today In a response to sectarian tension overseas, prominent leaders from the Sunni and Shi's Muslim communities in Michigan will sign a historic Muslim Code of Honor today, Thursday, May 10th, 2007.

Muslims Arrested in Plot to Attack Fort Dix The federal government has charged five alleged Islamic radicals with plotting to kill U.S. soldiers at Fort Dix in New Jersey. A sixth was charged with aiding and abetting the illegal possession of firearms by three of the others.

IARA Defendants First Trial Case for MAS Freedom National Legal Fund The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation has adopted the case of the defendants associated with IARA who were recently indicted for violating the Iraqi sanctions and other charges in a 33-count government indictment.

'USA VS AL-ARIAN' Premieres in Tampa MAS Freedom Foundation has encouraged individuals in the proximity of Florida to attend the American premiere of 'USA VS Al-ARIAN', a documentary film that portrays the Al-Arian family's attempt to fight terrorism charges against Dr. Sami Al-Arian.

MAS Freedom Foundation Human Rights in Egypt Campaign Update A court in Egypt has declared invalid a presidential order that a group of Islamic activists stand trial in a military court.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Civil Rights Update In Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Weekly Civil Rights Update in Brief.

MAS Freedom Foundation Special Human Rights Update In Brief (1)US troops Admit Abusing Iraqis; (2)China and Russia 'arming' Sudan

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update In Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Weekly Human Rights Update in Brief.

MAS Freedom Foundation Holds Successful Rally for Human Rights at Egyptian Embassy in Washington, D.C. The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation organized a successful rally and press conference at the Egyptian Embassy in Washington, D.C. on Friday, April 27th.

Catholic League Thanks MAS Freedom Foundation for Support Against Artist's Defamation of Jesus (AS) The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation received a letter of appreciation from Mr. William Donohue, President of the Catholic League, for supporting the Catholic League's protest against the "My Sweet Lord" art exhibit.

MAS Freedom Foundation Civil Rights Update In Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents a Civil Rights Update in Brief.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Civil Rights Update in Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Weekly Civil Rights Update in Brief.

MAS Freedom Foundation Delegation Expressed Concerns To Egyptian Embassy and State Department over Human Rights Issues In Egypt In a response to the deteriorating climate of human rights violations in Egypt, MAS Freedom Foundation, with national leaders from other human rights and peace organizations, met with Egyptian embassy officials and U.S. State Department representatives.

Winston-Salem: Exciting News, an Exciting Day! Saturday, April 21, 2007 was the inauguration of Muslim American Society Freedom Foundation (MAS-FF) of Winston Salem, NC. The program began with a beautiful recitation of the Quran by Imam Elshazli Shaaban.

Nobel Peace Prize Winner Shot and Wounded by Israeli Soldiers in Palestine The MAS Freedom Foundation has just been alerted that Mareid Corrigan Maguire, the 1976 Nobel Peace Prize winner from Ireland, was shot and wounded by Israeli soldiers while attending a peace vigil in the Palestinian village of Belin last Sunday.

MAS Freedom Foundation Underscores Egyptian Human Rights Campaign with Visits and Rally On March 2, 2007 the MAS Freedom Foundation, through its civil and human rights department, responded to the human rights violations and severe assault on nonviolent opposition groups by launching the Human Rights Campaign in Egypt.

MAS Urges Muslims to Shine a "Different Light" on Earth Day On April 22nd, millions of people in the United States, and around the world, will gather in communities, places of worship, and public outdoor venues to celebrate Earth Day.

Mistreatment Continues for Dr. Sami Al-Arian On April 18th, 2007, Dr. Sami Al-Arian was moved from the general prison population to twenty-two hour a day solitary confinement at the Alexandria Detention Center.

Stand for Justice, Again: By all accounts, Sabri Ben Khala is a highly intelligent, ambitious, and God-fearing young Muslim. He was never in trouble with the law, and he never imagined that he would be the target of criminal prosecution by the U.S. government.

MAS Freedom Foundation Special Darfur Update As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents a special Darfur update.

Condolences to Virginia Tech Community Yesterday's tragic shootings on the campus of Virginia Polytechnic University (Virginia Tech) prompted the Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation to send a letter expressing our condolences to Dr. Charles Steger, the president of the university.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update In Brief Afghanistan Rights Panel Says Marines (1)Violated Humanitarian Law in March Killings (2)11/ Euro-Arab Forum on Terror and Human Rights to Convene in Amman

Fire Gonzales and Free Dr. Sami Al-Arian The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation will hold a press conference in front of the U.S. Department of Justice on April 13th, 2007.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Civil Rights Update Klan-Busters Fighting on a New Front -- Violence Against Immigrants

Screening of 'USA vs Al-Arian' Scheduled in Canada On April 19-29, 2007 in Toronto, Canada the film documentary 'USA vs Al-Arian' will be screened by Hot Docs, the largest documentary film festival in North America.

MAS Freedom Foundation Continues Egyptian Human Rights Campaign with Rally The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation recently initiated an Egyptian Human Rights Campaign and contacted the Secretary of State, Condoleezza Rice, requesting a meeting to discuss human rights abuses and democracy in Egypt.

Join the Mobilization for Justice Join us as we say 'Free Dr. Al-Arian and Fire US Attorney General Alberto Gonzalez'. Dr. Sami Al-Arian was scheduled to be released on April 13th, yet he will remain behind bars under a dubious civil contempt charge, which will delay his release date.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Civil Rights Update In Brief While the MAS Freedom Foundation supports the rights of free speech and freedom of expression.

April 13th Rally and Press Conference for Dr. Sami Al-Arian In support of Dr. Sami Al-Arian the Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation is holding a press conference and rally in front of the U.S. Department of Justice on April 13th, 2007.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weighs In on Controversial "Jesus" Sculpture In a response to the heated controversy surrounding the display of a life-size, "anatomically correct" sculpture image of Jesus Christ (PBUH) made of chocolate, the MASFf communicated our concerns to the Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights.

"Anti-Zionist" Neturei Karta Synagogue Burned As the official investigation of the destruction of their Synagogue proceeds, we of the Muslim American Society offer our prayers and condolences to Rabbi Dovid Weiss and the entire Neturei Karta community.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update In Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Weekly Humans Rights Update in Brief.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update In Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Weekly Humans Rights Update in Brief.

Friday Marks 1500 Days in Jail for Dr. Sami Al-Arian Friday, March 30th marks 1500 days in jail for Dr. Sami Al-Arian. Dr. Al-Arian was recently sentenced to an additional eighteen months in jail for his refusal to testify before a grand jury.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Civil Rights Update In Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Weekly Civil Rights Update in Brief.

IARA Defendants First Trial Case for MAS Freedom National Legal Fund The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation has adopted the case of the defendants associated with IARA who were recently indicted for violating the Iraqi sanctions and other charges in a 33-count government indictment.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update Human Rights Watch Questions Proposed Constitutional Referendum in Egypt, Al Ka'abi: UAE protects workers' rights

Islamic Society of Boston's (ISB) Religious Freedom and Civil Rights Championed by MAS Freedom Foundation:'Faith Over Fear Camp MAS Freedom Foundation has launched a massive national religious freedom and civil rights campaign titled 'Faith Over Fear and Justice for All' as a response to attempts in the Boston area to halt the construction of the ISB Cultural Center in Roxbury.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update in Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Weekly Humans Rights Update in Brief.

MAS Freedom Foundation-Bay Area Participates in Anti-War Demonstration Thousands of demonstrators against the war in Iraq assembled in San Francisco on March 18th. One of the organizers of the event was Mohammed Hanif, Director of the Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation Santa Clara (Bay Area) chapter.

Dr. Al-Arian's Family Visits Him in Medical Facility This past weekend, Dr. Sami Al-Arian's family traveled to Butner, North Carolina to visit him at the federal medical prison facility where he has been held during his 8-week water-only hunger strike.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update In Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Weekly Human Rights Update in brief.

MAS Freedom Foundation Expresses Appreciation to Participants for the Successful March on the Pentagon MAS Freedom Foundation wishes to express its appreciation to the people who braved the cold and wind to join the ANSWER Coalition, MAS Freedom Foundation, and the National Council of Arab American (NCAA) for the historical march on the Pentagon.

MAS Freedom Foundation Executive Director Takes on FOX News Concerning Imam's US Airways Lawsuit In a lively and spirited debate on FOX News Mahdi Bray, Executive Director of the Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation, defended the 6 Imams who recently filed a lawsuit against US Airways and the Minnesota Metropolitan Airports Commission.

April 13th, MAS Freedom Foundation Holds Rally for Dr. Sami Al-Arian in Front of US Justice Department The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation is holding a rally in front of the U.S. Department of Justice on April 13th, 2007 in response to the U.S. Department of Justice's failure to uphold their current plea agreement with Dr. Sami Al-Arian.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update The United States says it will not seek a seat on the new UN Human Rights Council, saying it is not a "credible body", a decision that immediately drew harsh criticism from a veteran congressman.

Muslim American Society at Enloe High School, NC MAS-PASS (Parent Association for School Support) and MAS Freedom Foundation, NC was offered the opportunity to correct the misinformation and any underlying statements of degradation presented by Kamil Solomon.

MAS Freedom Foundation Human Rights Department Initiates "Human Rights in Egypt Campaign" Egypt's continued brutal crackdown on political opposition and domestic dissent has prompted the Human Rights division of the Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation to initiate a Human Rights in Egypt Campaign.

The President of Iran has a Point: The World Can't Live With a Nuclear Double Standard Iran's defiance of both the United States and the United Nations is based on the contention, by President Ahmedinejad, that Iran cannot be forced to abandon their national nuclear fuel program if other nations are free to pursue the atomic energy option.

Ban on Hijab Begins in Somalia Somali authorities said the ban on hijab is their efforts to beef up security. The hijab, which does not have much tradition in Somalia, is mostly seen as a political expression of support for radical Islamism.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update Political Storm Over Iraq Rape Case

The Enemy, Sami Al-Haj's Story al-Haj has been held for nearly five years on the basis of secret evidence; he has not been convicted or even charged with a crime.

McCain: Rumsfeld Was One of the Worst Republican presidential candidate John McCain said Monday the war in Iraq has been mismanaged for years and former Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld will be remembered as one of the worst in history.

MAS Freedom Foundation Urges Support for Critical Sunni-Shi'a Dialogue for Peace in Iraq The violent conflict between the Sunni and Shi'a communities in Iraq is a matter of grave concern to the entire Muslim Ummah, including Muslims in the United States.

MAS Freedom Foundation Organizes Solidarity Hunger Strike for Dr. Sami Al-Arian The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation is requesting individuals nationwide to unite in a solidarity Hunger Strike for Justice on Wednesday, February 21st.

Below is a fact sheet prepared by Peter Erlinder, Attorney and former president of the National Lawyers Guild. Twenty-three days ago Dr. Sami Al-Arian embarked upon a hunger strike to protest his legal treatment, incarceration, and current eighteen month jail sentence for his refusal to testify testifying before a grand jury.

For Most of Us, the Bush Federal Budget Proposal is Yet Another Failure of Both Morality and Compassion Ibrahim Ramey writes commentary on the 2008 proposed federal budget.

Documentary on Dr. Sami Al-Arian to Premiere This Month in Norway A documentary film on Dr. Sami Al-Arian, produced by Norwegian filmmaker Line Halvorsen, is scheduled to premiere in Norway in February, 2007.

MAS Encourages Mosques to Serve as Day Warm Centers During Emergency Cold Snap The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation is encouraging the American Muslim community to respond to the MAS Service Corps' efforts to assist those individuals and families vulnerable to the record cold temperatures now sweeping the nation.

March 17th March on the Pentagon Flyer Available for Download Flyers for U.S. Out of Iraq Now! 2007 are available for downloading. U.S. Out of Iraq Now! 2007 is the 40th anniversary of the historic 1967 anti-war march to the Pentagon during the Vietnam War.

Mixed Verdicts for Abdel-Haleem Ashqar and Mohammed Salah Abdel-Haleem Ashqar and Mohammed Salah have been found not guilty on charges of terrorism and racketeering and guilty of lesser charges of obstruction of justice and criminal contempt, for refusing to testify before a grand jury.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update in Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents our weekly Human Rights Update in brief.

MAS Freedom Foundation Urges United States to Follow Path of "Negotiation, not War" in Somalia The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation called upon the United States to" continue any and all peaceful diplomatic efforts to support Somali national reconciliation and development."

Palestinian Students Beaten and Called 'Terrorists' by Football Players at N.C. College The MASFF comments on the three football players that were arrested on Monday and charged with assault and battery in connection with an attack late Friday night or early Saturday morning against three Palestinian students on the North Carolina campus

Muslim American Society Opens Freedom Foundation Chapter in North Carolina The Muslim American Society (MAS) announced today the opening of its North Carolina chapter of the Muslim American Society Freedom Foundation (MAS Freedom).

Dr. Sami Al-Arian Begins Hunger Strike Dr. Sami Al-Arian began a hunger strike to protest continued government harassment. Earlier, Dr. Al-Arian appeared before a new grand jury in Alexandria, Virginia, where he was subpoenaed by a federal prosecutor to testify a second time in the same case.

MAS Freedom Foundation Court Watch The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation presents a Court Watch on one of the most important civil rights cases of the post 9-11 era.

MAS Freedom and Interfaith Delegation Express Palestinian Humanitarian Concerns at State Department Meeting Yesterday, representatives from the Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation, Pax Christi USA, and a prominent leader of the national civil rights community met with the State Department to express our concern for the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Human Rights Update in Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents our weekly Human Rights Update in brief.

Support the March on the Pentagon Saturday, March 17th On March 17, 2007, the 4th anniversary of the start of the criminal invasion of Iraq, tens of thousands of people from around the country will descend on the Pentagon in a mass demonstration to demand the immediate withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq.

Statement from MAS Freedom Foundation Condemning Sectarian Violence and the Desecration of Shi's Muslim Religious Sites It has been reported that religious sites in the Shi'a Muslim community in Detroit have recently suffered desecration. These acts are indeed tragic, and are totally contrary the spirit of Islam and the injunctions of the Holy Qur'an.

MAS Freedom Foundation Calls For an End to Foreign Intervention in Somalia and Strengthening of Indigenous Structures In response to the intervention of Ethiopian and U.S. military forces in Somalia, the MAS Freedom Foundation today calls for the withdrawal and end to any United States armed intervention in the East African nation.

MAS Freedom Sends Ten Point Legislative Agenda to Capitol Hill In response to the new balance of power in the 110th Congress and the new legislative agenda put forward by the Democratic Party, the Muslim American Society Freedom Foundation forwarded our MAS Freedom Ten Point Legislative Agenda to the 110th Congress.

MAS Freedom Reprints Official Response to Minnesota Muslim Taxi Driver Issue The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation felt it was important to reprint an earlier response to an e-mail inquiry sent in early November. Posted is the official position concerning the issue involving the Muslim Minnesota taxi drivers

Defense Rests in Hamas Funding Trial Defense attorneys for a Bridgeview man accused of being a leading member of the Palestinian extremist group Hamas rested their case in federal court Thursday after again putting the issue of torture squarely before jurors.

US Marines Face Iraq Murder Trial US Marines Face Iraq Murder Trial

Human Rights Update in Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents our weekly Human Rights Update in brief.

The Kangaroo Court Taking Place in Chicago One of the most important civil rights cases of the post 9-11 era involves Palestinian activist Abdel-Haleem Ashgar and Mohammed Salah.

Apartheid, Palestine, Peace, and Jimmy Carter In October 2002, I addressed the Second National Student Conference on Palestine. The conference was held on the Ann Harbor campus of the University of Michigan.

MAS Freedom Foundation Human Rights Director Addresses U.N. Human Rights Forum on "Historical Greatness" of Interfaith Co-Exist MAS Freedom Foundation Human Rights Director Ibrahim Ramey spoke to proclaim that the Islam in Spain was "a great example of the positive contribution of Islam to ever-advancing human civilization and dialogue among the Abrahamic faith traditions."

MAS Freedom Foundation to Issue "Comprehensive" Analysis of and Response to Iraq Study Group Report on Monday, December 11th. ) The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation will release a response to the recent Iraq Study Group report on Monday, December 11th.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Civil Rights Update in Brief As an added service to the community, MAS Freedom Foundation presents its Weekly Civil Rights Update In Brief.

MAS- Los Angeles Recent Conference Represents Our Community and Our Commitment to Economic Justice The Muslim American Society (MAS) Los Angeles chapter recently held its Second Annual West Coast Regional Convention. The theme for this year's convention was, 'The Positive Role of Muslims, Towards Building A Model Muslim Community'.

No Clash of Civilizations, Says UN Report A UN-sponsored group called the Alliance of Civilizations, released a first report Monday that says the conflict over Israel and the Palestinian territories is the central driver in global tensions

MAS Freedom Foundation-Iowa on the Move MAS Freedom-Iowa, one of the newest chapters of the Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation network, has really hit the ground running.

MAS-AZ Freedom Volunteers for Relocated Katrina Evacuees’ Lunch Celebration On Dec. 2, 2006, the Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation of Arizona joined Catholic Social Charities, Lutheran Social Ministry of the Southwest, and St. Vincent DePaul in hosting a Lunch Celebration for Katrina Evacuees relocated to Arizona.

Weekly Civil Rights Update In Brief (1) Muslim Charity Sues Comerica Bank, Claiming Civil Rights Violation; Calls Patriot Act Unconstitutional (2)Latino Civil Rights Group Objects to Texas House Runoff Date on Hispanic Religious Day (3) Harvard Civil Rights Group Headed to LA

World Aids Day: A Call for Muslim Involvement On Friday, December 1st, the world will stop to commemorate the more than 22 million persons who have died since the global AIDS pandemic began in the 1980's. There will also be a call to continue the multi-front war against this dreaded disease.

MAS Freedom Holds Interfaith Rally Across From US Airways Headquarters in Tempe Arizona The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation, in conjunction with its local Arizona chapter, is holding a Muslim Friday prayer service and an interfaith rally on Friday, Dec 1st, 1:00 PM, across from the US Airways corporate headquarters.

Imams, Airplanes, and my Grandmom Posted is a letter written by Rabbi Arthur Waskow of the Shalom Center of Philadelphia concerning the six Imams removed from US Airways flight 300 and Monday's interfaith "Pray-in".

MAS Freedom Foundation Fact Sheet Listed below are important facts in responding to inaccuracies and misconceptions by some of the media concerning the six Imams removed from flight 300.

MAS Freedom Files Complaint to Department of Transportation and Justice Department Concerning Imams Removal from Flight The Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom Foundation today lodged a complaint with and requested an investigation from the U.S. Dept. of Transportation and the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Justice Dept. concerning the removal of six Muslim Imams.

MAS Freedom Foundation Leads Interfaith Response to Air Travel Profiling Representative leaders from the Muslim, Jewish, and Christian communities spoke unanimously against the religious profiling and discrimination which lead last week to the expulsion of six leading Imams from a U.S. Airways Minneapolis-to-Phoenix flight.

Yardstick For A Good Society: Maximum Numbers Of Re-Structured Minds & Enlightened Hearts "It seems that you folks are scouts": Asked a young visitor to Houston from San Antonio on the Thanksgiving Evening, as he saw streams of young boys lining up to enter the Ballroom for a Trivia Game at the Grand Plaza Hotel.

Footage of MAS Freedom Foundation's "Pray-In" Now Available for Viewing Online Footage of Monday's "pray-in" and press conference, in response to US Airways' removal of Imam Omar Shahin and five other Imams traveling from a religious leader's conference in Minnesota, is now available for viewing online.

Imam Barred From US Airways Joins Interfaith Clerics and NAACP Leader for Press Conference, Prayer, and Flight on US Airways One of the six Imams removed from US Airways flight 300, will join Imam Mahdi Bray, Rabbi Arthur Waskow, Rev Graylan Hagler,Hillary Shelton, and other interfaith members for a press statement, public prayer, and flight departure on US Airways.

Recent Treatment of Muslim Imams Prompts MAS The recent immigration detention of two prominent Massachusetts Imams and the six Imams who were detained and prevented from boarding later flights has prompted the MAS Freedom Foundation to recommend the following action items to the Muslims community.

Boston Imams and Son Released On Bail Imam Abdul Hannan, Imam Masood, and Hassan Masood were released on bail today after an immigration bail hearing. Bail was set at $7500 each for the two Imams and $2500 for Imam Masood's son, Hassan Masood.

6 Imams Traveling from Conference In Minnesota Detained at Airport and Prevented from Boarding Later Flights Late Monday evening 6 Imams (religious leaders), traveling from a religious leader's conference in Minnesota, were removed from their flight and detained in the airport for questioning.

Bail Hearing and Press Conference Scheduled on Tuesday for Boston Religious Leaders Two prominent religious leaders of the Muslim community in the Boston area-Imam Hafiz Masood and Imam Abdul Hannan- are still being held in custody by immigration authorities as of Monday, November 20th.

MAS Freedom Foundation Special Human Rights Update African-American historians, legal experts, and activists are bringing legal action against numerous U.S. and international corporations for their role in financing and supporting the Trans-Atlantic slave trade.

Urgent Action Alert: Prominent Boston-Area Imams Arrested in Immigration Sweep Two prominent Muslim leaders, Imam Hafiz Masood and Imam Abdul Hannan, were arrested this morning in Boston, in connection with the arrests of dozens of Pakistani immigrants by Immigration and Customs officials and local police.

MAS Freedom Foundation Supports Prominent Libyan Dissident The MAS Freedom Foundation joined today with human rights and pro-democracy groups in calling for the immediate release of prominent Libyan dissident Fathi al-Jahmi, who has been imprisoned in Libya since March, 2004.

MAS Freedom Foundation Weekly Civil Rights Update In Brief (1)Civil Rights Win in Michigan (2)Minorities Getting More State Business (3)