Source: http://katu.com/news/local/local-muslim-community-overwhelmed-by-messages-of-support
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Picture of the anonymous note left on the mosque in Southwest Portland.
PORTLAND, Ore. — The FBI says 2015 saw the highest spike in hate crimes against Muslims since 9/11, and local Muslims feel the impact. While many feel uneasy in this political climate, they are overwhelmed by the messages of love.
With one anonymous note taped to a mosque in Southwest Portland, the uncertainty of the future is lifted for Harris Zafar.
“That gives me some hope that by far and large, the American population is OK. So they’re looking at each other with a desire to learn,” he said.
The note said: “I will fight for you!” And it was signed, “Your Neighbor.”
Safar says the recent backlash against Muslims across the country is alarming, but he’s overwhelmed by the support from the kindness of strangers. This not was one of dozens of gentle gestures.
“It takes a lot of courage to go out of your way and… read more at source.