The Republican Club refused to collaborate with us. As a Muslim Student Association officer, I decided not to give up. The refugee event was to bring a smile on many kids’ face that was more important than anything else.
‘What if one of those refugees turns out to be a terrorist?’ asked a member of the Republican Club. I persisted in explaining that they were just like us, except without a shelter. ‘Does it really matter whether they are Muslim or not? At the end of the day, isn’t it our responsibility as Americans to make everyone feel like they belong?” I asked the club officers as I stood alone. In the refugees, I saw my own reflection. I might be an immigrant, but I have come here, leaving my parents and home behind, just for a better
‘What if one of those refugees turns out to be a terrorist?’ asked a member of the Republican Club. I persisted in explaining that they were just like us, except without a shelter. ‘Does it really matter whether they are Muslim or not? At the end of the day, isn’t it our responsibility as Americans to make everyone feel like they belong?” I asked the club officers as I stood alone. In the refugees, I saw my own reflection. I might be an immigrant, but I have come here, leaving my parents and home behind, just for a better