In the news this week: A representative from the Kamil International Ministries Organization, a Christian group based in Raleigh, was invited by a teacher to come and speak to a ninth grade class. He handed out literature that compared the teachings of Jesus with accusations against the Prophet Muhammad. Among the materials handed out was a pamphlet called “Jesus not Muhammad,” as well as one entitled, “Do Not Marry a Muslim Man.”
The Council on American-Islamic Relations wrote to superintendent of the Wake County Public School System, asking for an apology to the students, disciplinary action against the teacher, a review of policies regarding what outside speakers are allowed to say in class, and more diversity training. A representative said, ”At the very least someone from the Muslim community should have been invited to come to school to give the Muslim perspective on the same day as the Kamil representative.”
Beyond questions of “defaming” certain religious groups, WHY ARE RELIGIOUS GROUPS BEING INVITED INTO PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO SPEAK?
