In the presence of 600 dignitaries including Congressman Jon Conyers, civil rights activists, judges, unions members, clergy and members of the Muslim, Christian and Jewish community,  Peace and Justice awards were presented and guest speakers including Jack Lessenberry, Rev. Angelo and Dr. Michelle Alexander the Author of , "The New Jim Crow"  addressed the diverse audience. Rev. Edwin Rowe, the leader of Central United Methodist Church invited Imam Elahi to deliver the closing benediction prayer. 

Muslim Religious leaders and interfaith partners participated in a press conference to address the new Islamophobic movie that followed with the tragic deaths of four American diplomats and many other innocent individuals.

In a message to the media, Imam Elahi examined the positions of the American Muslim community regarding the destiny of Osama bin Laden.

Quran burning, killings both uncivilized practices.

Searching for an identity that has been abused over the years was the biggest cause propelling the uprising.  By targeting 30 years of dishonesty, deception and dictatorship, the people wanted their dignity back!

We have a choice to stand with oppression, dishonesty and corruption or with freedom, human rights and justice. Defending the people of Egypt is defending America’s integrity and interests.

Applying double standards and dividing political violence into good and bad hasn't helped in the past and won't in the future.

Murder is one of the most serious sins in our Abrahamic traditions. The Bible says, "Thou shall not kill," while the Quran says a crime against one is a crime against all.