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Former U.S. President Carter is interviewed following his keynote address at the Islamic Society of North America. During his address Carter said s “My hope is all Christians, all Muslims, all people of other faiths, even those who don’t have one, will join in this crusade to end the plight of our wives, our sisters, our daughters.” (Photo by Karen Hudson Samuels/Tell Us Detroit)

 


Violence Against Women and Mid-East Peace Top Speech by Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter

By Karen Hudson Samuels/Tell Us Detroit

DETROIT (Tell Us Det) - Introduced as the “Most respected and revered U.S. president” Jimmy Carter delivered an impassioned keynote address Saturday to well over 3,000 attendees at the 51st annual convention for the Islamic Society of North America held at Detroit’s Cobo Hall.

Violence against women, human rights and justice in the Middle East were all topics President Carter touched on, even quoting the Koran and Bible to drive home his message.

“The horrendous abuse of women and girls around the world is the most terrible human rights violation on earth” said Carter.

The former President cited the genital mutation of young women in Africa, the killing of baby girls born to families who want boys in India, and the rape of enlisted soldiers and girls on American college campuses as examples of violence against women on a global scale.

In explaining their mistreatment, Carter told the audience it was similar to how passages of the Bible were misconstrued to justify discrimination against African Americans in this country. “One of the reasons for discrimination against females in this world is the misinterpretation of holy scriptures.”

“Men and women are created equally from one soul,” Carter said. “If you were taught by your parents or you believe you’re superior to your wife just because you’re a man, Allah says you’re wrong.”

Turning to unrest in the Middle East, the former President said he stills prays for peace. Carter recalled his efforts to broker a settlement between then Egyptian President by Egyptian President Anwar and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin which recognized the "legitimate rights of the Palestinian people" and the return of territories in the West Bank and Gaza. Giving the Palestinians a homeland is one part of the accord said Carter that has not been implemented.
“You can’t bring peace to the Middle East without justice and human rights for the Palestinians,” said Carter.

The appearance of a former President at the Islamic Society of North America convention was a first for the organization which drew attendees and from around the country. Governor Rick Snyder was a guest speaker Friday at the convention . Members of the Tea party were reportedly critical of both Carter and Snyder for speaking to group they say is linked to Hamas and other radical Islamic groups.
 

 

 
   
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