(15 quotes found)
“This shows we have faith in the American justice system. This has shown that America is not only the best country in the world, but the jurors proved that we also have the best justice system.”
Ahmed Bedier
“It will not only restore faith in the justice system by American Muslims but also by Muslims all over the world who doubted justice in America. This sends a very positive message that Muslims can receive a fair trial in America.”
“No one wants to attack their own people. Muslims here see themselves as Americans more than Muslims in France see themselves as French.”
“He's spreading lies, slandering individuals. These are vigilantes.”
“It's not an open-ended edict to go out and kill people. There are hundreds of thousands of verses that talk about peace.”
“I'm not going to let bigots like that define who I am.”
“They have the authority to do it (levy immigration charges), although they usually don't in most cases.”
“While the Al-Arian verdict was a turning point for our community, I'm not sure it has the same significance for politicians.”
“It's a clearinghouse for defamation and attacks against Muslims.”
“Once you're in the immigration system, it's a much different ballgame.”