“What we're most concerned about is the safety of our own soldiers. It only tarnishes our image even further and serves as fodder for the insurgents and terrorists.”
“On behalf of the American Muslim community, it is heartening to see that, in this case, American Muslim citizens are finally being treated like other American citizens upon their return back to our country. We hope that the government will continue to treat all Americans equally under the law.”
“We'd like our federal law enforcement agencies to know the American Muslim community stands firmly behind protecting our nation's borders. But, at the same time, we are not willing to give up our guaranteed constitutional and legal rights in order to do that.”