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Northern Illinois American Muslim Alliance Celebrate Election Victory

Northern Illinois American Muslim Alliance also called NIAMA held its Election Celebration in its Lake County held in Islamic Foundation.

Sunday, December 04, 2022, between 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Northern Illinois American Muslim Alliance also called NIAMA held its Election Celebration in its Lake County, which was held in Islamic Foundation North Libertyville Illinois. Discussions during the Public meeting focused on Newly elected election candidate expression who won the election first time also planning and introducing candidate for the upcoming year's upcoming elections including the 2023.

The gathering, which included a dinner, was held to celebrate the recent Chicago land area and federal and state Democratic election victories.

Joining the celebration were State Representative Rita Mayfield, Nabeela Syed Illinois House Rep District 51, Newly elected congressman Jonathan Jackson, Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim, Lake County Board Carissa Casbon, Chair, Lake County Democrats Lauren Beth Gash, Democratic party Vice Chair Nancy Shepherdson, Lake County Clerk Anthony Vega, Gena Roberts, and many others.

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Every newly elected candidate introduced themselves and also highlighted several stories in his and her election campaign. All the candidate deeply thanks to the Muslim community for big and strong support.

During an interview with Founder & Chairman NIAMA Mr. Vaseem Iftekhar said " The purpose of this organization is to unite the Muslim community in fulfilling its civic duty under the American constitution. Encourage Muslims voters and community to assimilate in the political process and encourage them to run for elected offices in Northern Illinois. We also Encourage and support youth for future political leadership. Support candidates who exhibit fairness at local and national level. NIANA teaches youth, “How to Participate in Politics” NIAMA actually launches a political career in consulting, strategy, or public relations for youth.

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Mr. Iftekhar further said, “Many People want to be involved in politics at both the national level and the local level. but don't yet know how. We help them step by step.”

Northern Illinois American Muslim Alliance consisted of several members including Founder & Chairman. Vaseem Iftekhar, Founder & Treasurer Ans Laman Ahmed, Vice Chairman Dr. Amin Nadeem, Dr. Noman Haider, Mr. Irshad Khan, Mr. Akrom Husain, Mrs. Farah Ahmed, Mrs. Nadia Shah, Mrs. Farah Laman and Mrs. Salma Syed and others The program was ended after delicious dinner

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