Rise of Mamdani and other leaders shows Muslims "not going to hide" after years of facing hate

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After facing severe discrimination for many years after the 9/11 attacks, American Muslims have organized and are "not going to hide" anymore, says Fahd Ahmed from Desis Rising Up and Moving, or DRUM.

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