The collective shouldering of burdens and duties by different members of society must be based on norms and practices which uphold justice and equality.

The officer kept the man pinned to the ground with his entire body weight compressing Floyd’s airway for 8 straight minutes. When the officer eventually removes his knee, Floyd’s body was limp and unresponsive.

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But for how long will I stay in this mindset before I fade back into my old ways?

Despite the Islamophobic attitude and behaviour witnessed on an almost daily basis, Muslims continue to contribute to their communities, pushing them forward.