I Stand with the Orlando Victims

As an American Ahmadi Muslim, I am deeply saddened by the atrocity that happened in Orlando. There is no justification for such a horrible act. Unfortunately, with the loss of so many innocent people, Islam faces yet another threat in the name of religion. A Muslim who engages in hate crimes does not follow the true teachings of Islam. The Orlando shooter does not represent Islam. He represents homophobia. This act is simply a hate crime that should have never taken place.

I stand in solidarity with the victims and their friends and families of the horrible Orlando shooting. This world does not need more hate crimes. It needs love, peace, and togetherness. In this emotional time, we should strengthen our bonds and stand together to fight extremism. No country should face another moment of terror again.