Dearborn Michigan 02/3/2024-: American Center For Justice the Human Rights Organization based in Michigan. We at the American Center for Justice (ACJ), commend Mayor Abdullah Hammoud for taking proactive measures to enhance security around places of worship and vital infrastructure points in response to an inflammatory anti-Muslim op-ed published by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ).
(ACJ) stands in solidarity with the Muslim community and supports Mayor Hammoud's efforts to ensure their safety in the face of unfounded allegations.
In this misleading commentary titled "Welcome to Dearborn, America’s Jihad Capital," falsely linking pro-Palestine protesters to terrorism, we find it crucial to stand against such baseless claims. The op-ed, penned by Steven Salinski, executive director of the Washington, D.C.-based Middle East Media Research Institute, has been previously associated with anti-Muslim sentiments.
It is disheartening to witness attempts to stigmatize individuals and communities based on misinformation. ACJ remains committed to fostering understanding, protecting civil liberties, and empowering communities in the pursuit of justice.