Eid Mubarak from President Obama 9/19/09

[GDIMOM]

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary
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For Immediate Release                                                 September 19, 2009

STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT ON THE OCCASION OF EID-UL-FITR

As Muslims in the United States and around the world complete the month of Ramadan and celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, Michelle and I would like to extend our personal greetings on this joyous occasion. Eid is a time to celebrate the completion of 30 days and nights of devotion. But even on this festive occasion, Muslims remember those less fortunate, including those impacted by poverty, hunger, conflict, and disease. Throughout the month, Muslim communities collect and distribute zakat-ul-fitr so that all Muslims are able to participate in this day of celebration. As I said in Cairo, my Administration is working to ensure that Muslims are able to fulfill their charitable obligations not just during Ramadan, but throughout the year. On behalf of the American people, we congratulate Muslims in the United States and around the world on this blessed day. Eid Mubarak.

http://www.whitehouse.gov/the_press_office/Statement-by-the-President-on-the-Occasion-of-Eid-ul-Fitr/

[Aasiyah]

Sep. 20, 2009 at 1:15 AM

What a wonderful speech.  It's the first one i  heard from him that didn't make me think of all those muslims dying at the hands of american bombs and terrorists bombs.  thanks for posting

[GDIMOM]

Sep. 20, 2009 at 2:10 AM

AA, Glad you enjoyed it :) I did too :)

(Original Poster)

[virginiamama71]

Sep. 21, 2009 at 6:42 PM

Iftar at the White House http://www.whitehouse.gov/video/President-Obama-Speaks-Before-Ramadan-Celebration-Dinner/