Rep. Ellison Breaks Into Tears Explaining Story Of Muslim First Responder Who Died To Save Americans

[kpete]

ELLISON: Let me close with a story, but remember that it’s only one of many American stories that could be told. Mohammed Salman Hamdani was a 23-year-old paramedic, a New York City police cadet and a Muslim American. He was one of those brave first responders who tragically lost their lives in the 9/11 terrorist attacks almost a decade ago. As The New York Times eulogized, “He wanted to be seen as an all-American kid.” <...> Mr. Hamdani bravely sacrificed his life to try and help others on 9/11. After the tragedy some people tried to smear his character solely because of his Islamic faith. Some people spread false rumors and speculated that he was in league with the attackers only because he was Muslim. It was only when his remains were identified that these lies were fully exposed. Mohammed Salman Hamdani was a fellow American who gave his life for other Americans. His life should not be defined as a member of an ethnic group or a member of a religion, but as an American who gave everything for his fellow citizens. I yield back.

http://thinkprogress.org/2011/03/10/ellison-tears-king-hearing/
VIDEO: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Faxbht2lCoQ&feature=player_embedded

[tabatha]

1. This is another f***king witchhunt.

I am so tired of this right-wing crap.

There are times that I could cry.

[Solly Mack]

2. But the James Bond wannabe wants to save us all.

K&R

When I grow up I want to be a fictional character that kicks ass, has cool gadgets, and has lots of sex! (little Pete King)

[Angry Dragon]

3. king sure does like to waste time and money

just so he can look tough for the teabaggers

[JitterbugPerfume]

4. nothing good can ever come from this

I vaguely remember watching the the McCarthy hearings . this is some scary stuff.