THE WHITE HOUSE

I send greetings to Muslims observing Ramadan in America and around the world.

Ramadan, the holiest days of the Islamic faith, begins with the first light of dawn and commemorates the revelation of the Qur'an to the prophet Muhammad.  During the days of fasting, prayer, and worship, Muslims reflect and remember their dependence on God.  Ramadan is also an occasion for Muslims to strengthen family and community ties and share God's gifts with those in need.

America is a land of many faiths, and our society is enriched by our Muslim citizens.  May the holy days of Ramadan remind us all to seek a culture of compassion and serve others in charity.

Laura and I send our best wishes.  Ramadan Mubarak.

GEORGE W. BUSH 

Pelosi Statement on Ramadan

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today to commemorate the start of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which begins at sundown tonight:

“Ramadan is a time for prayer, fasting, inner reflection, and charity for the more than 1 billion Muslims around the world.  As Muslims observe this holy month, it is also a time for all Americans to remember and celebrate the many contributions of Muslim Americans to our country.

“The observance of Ramadan reminds us that our country is an impressive mosaic of faiths and creeds, and that America’s religious tolerance and diversity is one of our nation’s greatest strengths.  Our tradition of religious freedom allows for the free exercise of all faiths and the observance of Ramadan offers Americans a chance to deepen their understanding of the remarkable traditions of Islam.

“To those preparing to observe Ramadan, may you and your family be blessed.  Ramadan Mubarak!”

COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA
Office of the Governor
Timothy M. Kaine
Governor

September 13,2007

Dear Friends:

On behalf of the Commonwealth of Virginia, I am pleased to extend warm Greetings to everyone observing the month of Ramadan.

This week, Muslims in the United States and around the world will begin fasting for the month of Ramadan. On this occasion, I send my greetings and best wishes to Muslim citizens throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. Fasting during Ramadan is considered a great deed which honors one's faith. lt teaches self discipline, empathy with those who go hungry, compassion for those in need, and generosity; as Ramadan is also a month of giving and sharing.

Virginia is strengthened by the diversity of its residents and we are blessed to have a large and vibrant Muslim-American community in the Commonwealth. The economic and cultural outreach efforts of Muslim Virginians have enriched us all and helped promote fairness and tolerance while maintaining pride in our own individual identities. It is my hope that all Virginians will reflect upon our shared values and traditions and embody in themselves the compassion of this holiday season.

During this month of charity and reflection, Anne and I extend our wishes for peace and blessings upon all our Muslim citizens, and for peace and understanding around the world.

Timothy M. Kaine
Governor

Patrick Henry Building· 1111 East Broad Street. Richmond, Virginia 23219

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www.governor.virginia.gov

Statement by DNC Chairman Howard Dean on the Start of Ramadan Washington, DC - Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Deanissued the following statement today to commemorate the start of Ramadan: "Today is a special day for the more than one billion Muslims around theworld. It is the first day of a month long period of reflection; whentime is taken from busy lives to reflect on the year just past. Ramadanis also an occasion to look beyond the self and to focus on the sufferingof those less fortunate through prayer, reflection and fasting. "On this first day of Ramadan, my family and I wish to express to Muslimsin America and around the world our very best wishes. Ramadan Mubarak."

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