By Gabriel San Ramon
The Los Angeles of Anaheim chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-LA) partnered with Muslim residents in San Juan Capistrano to offer councilwoman Pam Patterson a gift card to NYC Cafe, the local eatery she refused to place an order from for a city meeting in March cause halal! Sophia Habbas spoke during last night’s city council meeting in making the announcement.
“The councilwoman’s comments help continue a false narrative about the Islamic faith,” she said. “In the spirit of mercy and forgiveness, two of the three stages of Ramadan, which begins tonight at sunset, members of the community and CAIR-LA purchased a $45 gift card for councilwoman Patterson and her family to eat at a local restaurant that offers [a] halal menu.” Council chambers greeted the offer with kindhearted laughter and applause.
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