American Muslim Democratic Caucus (AMDC) to Hold Press Conference at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte on September 6, 2012 from 11:15 to 11:45 A.M.

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 6th 2012, the American Muslim Democratic Caucus (AMDC) will hold a press conference at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Co-hosted by:

Congressman Keith Ellison , Minnesota's 5th Congressional District.
Congressman Andre Carson , Indiana's 7th Congressional District.

 

Following the press conference, AMDC will be holding its 3rd Quadrennial Gala Reception/Luncheon in honor of the Muslim and Arab American elected delegates attending the Convention. Expected guests include Muslim Delegates, Democratic Party leadership and elected officials.

Expected Speakers at the Luncheon include:

1. Senate Majority Whip Senator Dick Durbin – IL
2. Speaker Nancy Pelosi – CA
3. Congressman Keith Ellison (Co-Host)
4. Congressman Andre Carson (Co-Host)
5. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee – TX
6. Founder and President of Arab American Institute Dr. James Zogby (DNC)
7. Mr. James Roosevelt Jr. (DNC)
8. State Representative Rashida Tlaib – MI
9. Texas Democratic Party Chairman Gilberto Hinojosa

 

AMDC (http://www.am-mdc.org/) is a grassroots political advocacy group for the Democratic Party in the American Muslim community. We promote Democratic Party agenda with an aim to enhance Muslim participation in political discourse. Our mission is to provide leadership and to fully participate in the ongoing process of restoring America's Promise of life, liberty and pursuit of happiness through our shared sacrifices and common struggle.

Contacts: Sarwat Husain , Co-chair 210-378-9528, E-mail sarwat@nazirh.com, Syed Fayyaz Hassan , Co-chair 682-429-9954, syedfayyazhassan@hotmail.com.

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SOURCE American Muslim Democratic Caucus (AMDC)

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