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This week, as chairman of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, I introduced legislation, cosponsored with Reps. Keith Ellison and André Carson, recognizing the cultural and religious significance of Eid al-Adha.

I wish all Muslim Americans and Muslims around the world a prosperous holiday and stand with them in recognizing the importance of sacrifice, freedom and justice.  Muslim Americans contribute substantially to the success and pluralism of the United States, making significant strides in all areas of national discourse, development and diplomacy.  As award-winning scientists, doctors, engineers, athletes, artists, ambassadors and an estimated 10,000 Armed Service men and women, Muslim Americans continue to serve the greater good of our county.

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