Ali. contributes to the Christian academy through his work as a chef and a soccer coach. both bridging gaps in different religious communities. For Basma. the work doesnt end when the school day is over. Basma has been volunteering with refugeeresettlement agencies. working as the Florida delegate to the UNHCR. and even founding the Iraqi Family Organization so that the Iraqi community could support one another. The increasing conflict in the Middle East has threatened the future of refugees to the United States. Basma. who became an American citizen in July. wrote an essay with great courage. telling her own story in response to the political rhetoric about banning Muslims and refugees from certain countries. Her expressions of the struggles she faced and the love she had for America were simple. yet the message was clear and powerful. As a Member of Congress.
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