veiled4allah: introducing Dennis Kucinich veiled4allah: introducing Dennis KucinichDear Friends: With the June 30th second quarter fundraising deadline approaching, I need your help. My name is Dennis Kucinich, which is spelled Kucinich.Do check out his website and the links I have on my sidebar. I've also posted some articles about him to my Clipboard blog, so you can do a search for them. Dennis Kucinich is a man who's not afraid to stand up and fight for what he believes in, however unpopular it may make him.
For four months, I have been campaigning for President coast-to-coast. As journalists have reported, we are attracting the largest crowds, and the biggest audience responses. We have had 1,000-plus gatherings in Wisconsin, New Mexico, Northern and Southern California. Grassroots activists are flocking to our campaign
In four months, we have built an insurgent campaign to challenge not only the Bush Administration and its climate of fear, but to shake the Democratic Party from its climate of fear.
On the campaign trail, I continue to question this Administration's fraudulent war in Iraq and a reckless foreign policy that isolates our country more than the terrorists who seek to attack us. I am the candidate calling for cuts in a wasteful Pentagon budget that rivals the military spending of all other countries in the world combined.
I propose not piecemeal, ineffective changes to our corporatized and crisis-ridden health care system, but a rational system of universal, single-payer national health insurance. Like other industrialized countries, we can afford that -- as well as quality education, environmental cleanup emphasizing clean energy, and secure retirement with the Social Security retirement age returned to 65.
It's all affordable, but only if we end corporate welfare, challenge Pentagon spending that's more fit for empire than defense, and reverse the Administration's tax breaks for the wealthy -- all of them, not just some.
On the campaign trail, I am meeting union workers, family farmers and environmentalists who support my pledge to withdraw from NAFTA and the WTO -- trade deals that benefit multinational corporations, not the public or planetary health.
I am getting support from civil libertarians for my vow to repeal the misnamed "Patriot Act," which I proudly voted against in Congress.
Only a frontal challenge to this Administration's policies, coupled with a serious alternative program, can defeat George Bush in 2004. Half-way challenges, where Democrats concede to him on war and defense policy, will lead to disaster -- like they did in November 2002.
I'm waging a campaign that is a total challenge to this Administration's reckless policies at home and abroad. The only thing limiting our campaign is money.
If you agree with me on the issues, take a leap of faith and make a donation. Get your friends to donate. Spread this email far and wide across the Internet.
It's easy to donate -- and our campaign has already qualified for federal matching funds. Your donation of $50 means $100 to my campaign -- because all contributions up to $250 are matched. Of course, if you can give more than $250, please do.
Your donation helps me amplify my message to new voters, young voters, disgruntled voters and 3rd-party voters. It helps us broaden the Democratic Party in a progressive direction.
I hope to see you on the campaign trail. I'm Dennis Kucinich... you know how to spell it.
Sincerely, Dennis
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as-salaam alaykumI start in the name of Allah, ar-Rahman, ar-Raheem, al-Muntaqim!
I pray for our Guidance, for the Ummah, for a speedy return to the Khilafah and a return for this Ummah to the army of Jihad, to Victory and to honour. May Allah defeat our enemies and bring the new Fairawn (pharoah), America, to it's knees.
My dear sister, there is a fact to which your writings are proof. That fact is that the American Muslims have been cooked to become lickspittles. Your advocating of a Democrat candidate in the US elections shows your obsequience the the American ways, the Kufr ways. It is a fact, not an opinion (see article on Facts and Opinions at htp://www.ttksm.com), that the United States in it's capacity as a political entity is the primary enemy to Islam and Muslims in these times. It is a fact that this life, our very existence, in a struggle between Haq and Batil. The line between the two is so clear. Allah says: "Nay, We hurl the Haq (Truth) against the Batil (Falsehood) so it exterminates it, and behold, it (falsehood/kufr) is vanished!" TMQ al-Ambiya':18. This is the Message of struggle carried by all the ambiya' (AS) and now it is our struggle.
America is a clear and open enemy. Bush made it so clear with his with us or against us speech. Their capitalist, humanist, secular ideology are anathema to al-Islaam. They recognise the threat Islam poses and as are the signs of revival in the Ummah. This threat is to their hegemony. Their Baghdad First policy is their attempt to pollute the Arab Muslims with their freedoms and democracy, their secular values.
Muhajabah, the web is such a useful tool which can be employed if the struggle for Islam. Treat America as an enemy. Employ your time for the purpose of our Creation. To worship Him and to make Allah's Word reign Supreme.
abu Yasir
There is so much more that can be written
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
I will ask you to please refrain from using abusive language. According to the school of thought that I follow it is lawful to vote in elections if there is some benefit from it. If you had actually bothered to read about Kucinich, you would see that he is in a position to benefit the Muslim community in the U.S. by repealing the Patriot Act and stopping the persecution of the Muslim community under the name of "national security" and that he is also in a position to help Muslims abroad by ending the foreign policies that are oppressing and killing them.I quote Shaykh Muhammad al-Munajjid:
It may be the case that the interests of Islam require Muslims to vote so as to ward off the greater evil and to reduce harmful effects, such as where two candidates may be non-Muslims but one of them is less hostile towards Muslims than the other, and Muslims’ votes will have an impact on the outcome of the election. In such cases there is nothing wrong with Muslims casting their votes in favour of the less evil candidate.
Shaykh Munajjid also notes:
No one should imagine that anyone who says that it is OK to vote is thereby expressing approval or support for kufr. It is done in the interests of the Muslims, not out of love for kufr and its people. The Muslims rejoiced when the Romans defeated the Persians, as did the Muslims in Abyssinia (Ethiopia) when the Negus defeated those who had challenged his authority. This is well known from history.
If you are going to continue to insult me, I will have to ask you to no longer post comments here. No one is forcing you to visit my website. You decided that I am a sinner. Fine. You have given me your warning. Fine. Your responsibility is done. Go on your way.
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
Haven't started following the primaries much yet. However, I have narrowed it down to Dean, Kucinich and Kerry. Will be following the campaign more closely.Kucinich does raise a number of good points in a way that no one else does, but it doesn't seem like he's got a chance to win. But it's too early to tell. All I know is I won't be voting for him.
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
I don't see why not vote for Kucinich in a vote among Democrats. If he was running in a third party, that would take votes away from the Democratic candidate, but he's not doing that. Like I said, I'll vote for him as long as he's in the race. Dean or Kerry as you said are the other two good candidates so I would switch over to them if/when Kucinich drops out. The way I see it, it's a win-win proposition. Vote the way I really feel. If other people feel the same way, great, that helps the best candidate advance. If other people don't, I haven't harmed anybody.I'm still investigating the other candidates. I'm sure as heck not voting for Lieberman. Might as well just vote for Bush in that case.
Oh, and one more thing for Abu Yasir. The Bush administration and its policies must be stopped, that much is clear. There is only one way for that to happen and that is for the American people to vote Bush out of office and vote into office someone who will undo what Bush has done. Kucinich, Dean, and Kerry all promise to do that. Kucinich in particular has put his money where his mouth is, consistently speaking up against Bush in Congress and trying to get the Bush Administration to reveal the truth. If Kucinich, Dean, or Kerry were elected (and possibly some of the other Democratic candidates), it would make a huge positive difference for Muslims in the U.S. and around the world. As an American citizen, I have it within my power to help this happen. Am I going to do it? You bet. Muslims in America can talk all we want but unless we register and vote, we won't accomplish a thing to end this nightmare.
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
I don't see why not vote for Kucinich in a vote among Democrats.Ok, my statement about not voting for Kucinich was tongue-in-cheek. Remember, I am not a US citizen. So I am not going to vote for anyone. ;-)
Theoretically speaking, I have narrowed down my list to the 3 I mentioned and will probably decide on one of them.
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
Ha ha ha. You got me with that oneSubject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
Salaam,I am often taken aback by the strong Left-Right dichotomy of American political life. The first question I was once asked by an American acquaintance was what "side" I ascribed to in the political spectrum. Perhaps it's because we've become a little ambivalent in the UK? Left-Right politics has always seemed a little stale to me. Then again I am quite 'apolitical' in who I vote for.
Btw, how strong is the "Don't vote, it's Kufr" party in the USA? We get this debate everytime there's an election. I have built up quite a collection of cliches and slogans thrown by the guardians of the Caliphate. An interesting one is "No solution... except through Islamic politics." One wonders why they don't take advantage of the wonderous invention known as thr aeroplane or ship and set sail for Islamic political life.
God bless and Salaam
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
as-salaam alaykum, ThabetGiven that the Khilaafah is the political system of Islam the whole Ummah (including you) should be it's 'guardian'.
On the voting issue al-Muhajabah, I have read through the relevant part of the Shaykh's fatwa. The daleel (evidence) given are only the supposed rejoicing of the Muslims at the victory of the Romans and Negus. In fact, both circumstances are quite specific and I think the description of Muslims' rejoicing is perhaps not appropriate. If you read the assbaab ulnuzuul (reason of revelation) of Surat al-Ruum you will see that abu Bakr RA was being taunted by the Mushrikeen of Makkah because the Persians were gaining victory....It's a long narration but after the Prophet SAAW predicted the Romans would win, and they eventually did, Muslims won the argument. The case of Negus an interesting example to cite to support the 'let's vote for Mr. Kaafir' argument. Are you aware that the first Muhajir with Ja'fir bin abi Talib in Habash didnot participate in the power struggle there at the time? Yes, it is true the Negus's victory allowed these Sahaabah RA extended sanctuary, but they did not get involved in the power struggle.
Argumets of adopting 'the best of two evils', at least acknowledge that they are evils. But there is no coercion to vote and the block of Kufr is one in it's enmity towards Islam and Muslims. I can quote the Qur'an copiously on this subject. Also, one does not do an action for benefit (muslaha) but just for the pleasure of Allah SWT. There are so many examples of how the Prophet SAAW did not compromise the Deen with his relationship with the Qurash and when he approached the tribes in the latter part of the Makkan period. It is so important that we keep this Message, al-Islaam, so distinctive and remember they desperately need us for Guidance to the Way of the Creator.
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
wa `alaykum salaam warahmatullah Abu Yasir,I do not wish to turn the good sister's comments section into a forum on the political "systems" of Islam, but I should point out that the Prophet (God bless and greet him) left a moral and ethical teaching, and a handful of laws.
He did not leave a "political system", and indeed, I am certain Abu Bakr (may God be pleased with him), would have many of these modern members of the Party of Liberation, flogged in public if they were around at his time. Knowing what we do of Umar's (may God be pleased with him) tendency to refuse any compromise on the teachings of the Prophet (God bless and greet him) it would be amusing what he would have done to them...
What you are describing is the the remanent of the dynastic powers - they sancitified the "Khilafah system" in order to keep their hold on power.
The Companions (may God be pleased with them all) only knew that "Khalifat-Rasul'Allah" meant "Successor of the Messenger of Allah" - no "systems" required. Umar (may God be pleased with him) called himself "Khalifat-Khalifat-Rasul'Allah". You can translate that I'm sure. Dangerously for the Hizb, and thankfully for the rest of us, this still isn't a "political system".
But, God knows best.
Salaam
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
wa alaykum salaamYou wrote, "I should point out that the Prophet (God bless and greet him) left a moral and ethical teaching, and a handful of laws."
Is this really how you see Islam!??
Mua'amalaat (transactions) probably account for more than 70% of Islaam's laws. There are chapters in the books of ahadith and volumes from the mujtahideen about ruling and about transactions.
O Allah! Increase our knowledge!
AY
Subject: response to Thebit
The right-left dichotomy in the U.S. is bad and getting worse. Quite often the two groups don't even seem to have the same perceptions of reality.In response to your second question, based on my admittedly limited experience, the attitude you mentioned is much stronger among British Muslims than American ones. About 85% of the people I have encountered online who are strong proponents of that view are from the UK.
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
Oh, now we get to the heart of it. In your mind, all non-Muslims are "united in enmity of Islam". I suppose you've looked into the hearts of every one of them and determined this. Your arrogance is astounding, it truly is.In my experience, most non-Muslims in the United States know little about Islam except what they see in the media, which we can all agree is distorted almost past recognition. Once they learn about it, they often come to a more positive view of it. Some even accept Islam, as I did. You claim to care a lot about da'wah yet according to your beliefs, there is no point in making da'wah because all non-Muslims are fixed in their enmity to Islam. How ridiculous.
I will repeat what I said one more time. Muslims who are eligible to vote in the United States have it within their power to evict Bush and to put in his place someone who will end this war on Islam and Muslims. Even working together we may not be able to do it, but one thing I know: we definitely won't do it if we don't bother to try.
When Election 2004 has come and passed I want to be able to say that I did everything in my power to change things for the better. I don't want there to be any "if only". To me that is a moral imperative.
Voting is halal if it is to benefit the Muslims. Working with non-Muslims who have done no harm to us is halal.
I'll quote Shaykh Munajjid again (I wonder if you think he's some kind of modernist):
The Muslims believe that it is permissible for a Muslim to treat kindly those non-Muslims who are not hostile, whether by offering financial help, feeding the hungry, giving them loans if needed or interceding with regard to permissible matters, or speaking kindly to them or returning their greetings, and so on... There is no reason why Muslims should not cooperate with non-Muslims with regard to establishing truth and combating falsehood, to support the oppressed and ward off danger from mankind
This is based on the Quran:
Allaah does not forbid you to deal justly and kindly with those who fought not against you on account of religion nor drove you out of your homes. Verily, Allaah loves those who deal with equity - Surah al-Mumtahana ayah 8
You might take the time to read it.
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
as salaam alaykumYou wrote, "Oh, now we get to the heart of it. In your mind, all non-Muslims are "united in enmity of Islam". I suppose you've looked into the hearts of every one of them and determined this. Your arrogance is astounding, it truly is".
My dear sister, we must shape our attitudee in the first and last instance, indeed always, to the Creator's Word on any matter. True, ofter there are different opinions derived from the text (like the wearing of Niqaab for example!) but some matters are not open to debate or discussion.
One does not need to look into the hearts of the kaafir to know what is the attitude of kufr. The Qur'an is so rich with general statements that they will not be happy with us until we follow their 'millah' (creed, ways, ideologies) and that their hearts conceal a biting hatred for the Muslims. He says, " inna al-kaafireena kaanuu lakum aduuwan mubeena" - which means in a translated meaning, 'The disbelievers are an unmistakable enemy to you.' (an-Nisaa' 101). These texts are general and not specific to time or place.
Sister, this is Islaam, this is the nature of human existence from Adam AS 'till the Last Day. We can draw this lesson from Qassaas of the Prophets AS , from the life of the last Prophet SAAW and these days frankly just observing the news.
For all of us we must throw away any opinions we hold and immerse ourselves in His Deen, painting our lives solely with the sibghrah (colour) of Allah SWT.
The is sincere advice. We are Muslims and that means we hate Kufr and the kaafir are manifest enemies. Muhammad SAAW said the Muslim is Qayisun (sharp of mind) and Futun (incisive, seeing thro' the smokescreen) and Allah describes the mushrikeen and ahl kitaab as shaar al-bareeyah (Surat al Bayinah) - the worst of Creation. Every human has the capacity to become Muslim and we must always work to establish the mercy that is Islaam.
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
i hope i learn as much as you do Muhajabah, or more, I need to aim higherthank you for getting mad. I hope to get as mad as you some day... just kidding lol.
asalamu alaykum
Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
Just out of curiosity, AM: do you seriously beleive that Bush's ("Islam is peace") war is the "war on Islam and Muslims"?Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
Actions speak louder than words. I'm still waiting for him to target anyone other than Muslims with his actions. Although it may surprise you to realize this, not all the world's terrorists are Muslims.Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
You know, I have lots of liberal friends who are convinced Muslim extremists would not have attacked the U.S. had Gore been elected. I'm not accusing Abu Yasir of terrorist activity in any way, shape or form, but I shall still have to remember this thread when I explain in the future that not everyone in the world perceived the (increasingly small) chasm between Democrats and Republicans as the world's great moral divide.Subject: Re: introducing Dennis Kucinich
It appears that this discussion has descended fully into "who is the enemy". I had hoped that somebody would actually have something substantive to say about Kucinich or presidential politics in general but this does not seem to be the case.Those who wish to spend all their time talking about how the other group is "the enemy" will have to do so somewhere other than my comments board. This thread is closed.