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Today in History: Bush condemns Islamophobia at Washington Islamic Center

By Drooid · Sep 17, 2026, 10:34 AM UTC · How we work

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On September 17 2001, President George W. Bush addressed the Islamic Center of Washington, declaring that the vast majority of Muslims condemned al-Qaeda’s attacks and that Islam stands for peace. He praised American Muslims’ contributions, warned they might face harassment, and denounced Islamophobia as contrary to American values.

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On September 17 2001, President George W. Bush addressed the Islamic Center of Washington, declaring that the vast majority of Muslims condemned al-Qaeda’s attacks and that Islam stands for peace. He praised American Muslims’ contributions, warned they might face harassment, and denounced Islamophobia as contrary to American values.