(OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 10/17/2024) – The Oklahoma chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-OK) announces the release of its 2024 Voter Guide, a critical online resource that helps Muslim voters and their allies as they prepare to vote in the upcoming November general election.
SEE: CAIR Oklahoma Okie Muslims Vote Page
“Now more than ever, we are emphasizing the importance for our Oklahoma Muslim community to get out and voice their vote,” said CAIR-OK Executive Director Adam Soltani. “We recognize that this is one of the most crucial elections we may ever see in our lifetime, and we want to make sure that every voice is heard.”
“This election is critical for the future of our cities, our state, and our global Muslim community,” said CAIR-OK Deputy Director Veronica Laizure. “We are urging every Oklahoma Muslim who is qualified to vote to take part in this essential step in the civic engagement process.”
The voter guide features publicly available information about candidates for crucial offices at the federal, state, and local levels, focusing on areas with a high Muslim population in OKC and Tulsa. Candidates were also sent a questionnaire about some of the most pressing issues for Oklahoma Muslims, and the responses that have been provided are shared in the guide.
In addition to the Candidate Guide, CAIR-OK is co-hosting a Candidate Meet & Greet with local organizations, providing an opportunity for voters to meet and communicate directly with candidates for local offices in Northwest Oklahoma City.
WHAT: Northwest OKC Candidates Meet & Greet
WHERE: Cole Community Center, 4400 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City
WHEN: October 17th, 6:00 PM CST
REGISTER: https://www.mobilize.us/letsfixthis/event/721848/
FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/events/534737289497043
Oklahoma Muslims are encouraged to take part in elections at every level as calls for a ceasefire in Gaza continue amidst rising Islamophobia in Oklahoma and the U.S.
SEE: Oklahoma Islamic Group Says Hate Speech on the Rise
From January to June 2024, CAIR documented 4,951 incoming bias complaints nationwide, a 69 percent increase over the same period in 2023.
SEE: New CAIR Data Shows Anti-Muslim, Anti-Palestinian Hate Remain Elevated in First Half of 2024
Earlier this year, CAIR released its 2024 civil rights report, which revealed the highest number of civil rights complaints it has ever received in its 30-year history. Titled “Fatal: The Resurgence of Anti-Muslim Hate,” the report documented 8,061 complaints. Nearly half of all complaints received in 2023 were reported in the final three months of the year.
CAIR-OK is a nonpartisan 501c3 entity which does not endorse or oppose candidates for any political office.
CAIR-OK is an office of CAIR, America’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. Its mission is to enhance the understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
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CONTACT: Veronica Laizure, CAIR-OK Deputy Director, vlaizure@cair.com or 405-430-9877