Contrast this with every major news channel’s favorite depiction of Islam as a religion of hate and evil whose followers are nothing less than agents of terror. Muslim students Deah Barakat, Yusor Abu-Salha and Razan Abu-Salha who were slained last week in Chapel Hill were shining stars in their communities and among their peers.

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Muslim students Deah Barakat, Yusor Abu-Salha and Razan Abu-Salha

All one has to do to see the beauty of Islam is to take a look at the lives of the three amazing young Muslims or the response and reaction from their families and Muslim community in the wake of the tragic slayings in Chapel Hill.

Contrast this with every major news channel’s favorite depiction of Islam as a religion of hate and evil whose followers are nothing less than agents of terror. Yet, sadly, this is not even a topic of discussion. These beautiful kids were shining stars in their communities and among their peers. Three promising futures dashed in an instant. Over what? A parking spot?

Let’s not kid ourselves here. The sound of that is simply absurd, and even more astounding is that, somehow, this is actually being conveyed by investigators. The so-called “parking dispute” might have played a minor role in this saga, but what could lead someone to consciously pick up a loaded weapon, enter into neighbors’ home and mercilessly execute three unarmed, unassuming, unintimidating people?

Even as barbaric as these crimes were, you do not see the family or members of the community up in arms, spewing hate, rioting or even showing anger. Watch the interviews of the family members in their efforts to uphold the legacy of their loved ones and to try to ensure justice is served. Their demeanor, politeness, strength and strong faith are inspirational.

I blame irresponsible reporting that has helped to assassinate the character of a peaceful religion, demonized Muslims and contributed to the Islamophobia that is …read more at newsobserver.com