Embracing the spirit of Thanksgiving

By Badar Malik
November 23, 2012
1 Min read
In Letters, Loyalty, United States
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Originally Published in Cincinnati.com

 

As a Muslim American, I believe that if we set all our differences aside and come together for a good cause, we can make Thanksgiving a true day of thanks.

 

This weekend I had the opportunity to travel to New York and work with Humanity First to offer my services to those suffering from Hurricane Sandy. It was a life changing moment that not many people get to experience. I invite my fellow Americans to join me, and hundreds of volunteers from across the country, to serve those suffering from this disaster, and thus truly embrace the spirit of giving thanks.

 

Badar Malik

 

Lewis Center, Ohio

 

 

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Badar Malik

Badar Malik is currently serving as the Vice Chairman of Muslim Writers Guild of America. A freshman in college, Badar will go on to study Athletic Training at the Ohio State University along with Pre-Medicine. He plans on attending Medical school to receive his MD. Badar has published in several leading Ohio newspapers. Find him on Twitter or reach him at bmalik95@gmail.com

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