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There is value in Trump’s words: they were proof that we all actually can agree on something— that he’s totally and completely wrong.

Ayesha Malik, a local Muslim and member of the Spokane Interfaith Council, said ethnic diversity isn't Spokane’s strong suit.

After hearing about the tragedy at the Knox Presbyterian church, the Spokane Interfaith Council has started a GoFundMe to help their congregation get back on its feet. We believe that all houses of worship are sacred, and that the congregation of Knox Presbyterian should continue its work in revitalizing its neighborhood. If one member of our community is attacked, we all are attacked.

While many of us were celebrating our freedoms on the Fourth of July, someone wrote this on the outer of a prayer space in Spokane as many Muslims were praying during Ramadan

Traditionally the Council has held panel discussions, but acting president Skyler Oberst wants the group to become more action oriented.

When I traveled Southeast Asia in the early 70’s onboard a helicopter carrier I started out believing, in part, the propaganda about “them.” While there I found that the people I met had the same life desires as I had. We all wanted to raise our children and grandchildren in relative peace and with whatever comfort we may be able to earn.