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Help Sami Al-Arian
"I'm crucified today because of who I am, a stateless Palestinian, an Arab and Muslim, an outspoken advocate for Palestinian rights." "I'm a prisoner because of the hysteria engulfing this country in the aftermath of the 9-11 tragedy, and because there are very powerful political groups which are thirsty for my blood. I'm not the enemy, but the forces of exclusion and intolerance are." Sami Al-Arian; February 25, 2003
Arrested on February 20, 2003 on charges of supporting the terrorist organizations, Al-Arian has been a long time community activist and an outspoken supporter of Palestinian cause, since early 80s.
A-Arian helped establish several organizations including the largest grass root organization in the U.S., the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) in 1981, the World and Islam Studies Enterprise (WISE) in 1990, and the National Coalition to Protect Political Freedom (NCPPF).
While awaiting trial to begin in January 2005, Al-Arian is being held in a Special Housing Unit despite being a pre-trial detainee (presumably innocent) and faces abusive and inhumane treatment at the hands of authorities. In order to see his lawyers, Al-Arian must be handcuffed behind his back, then bent over. The former USF engineering professor also has to write with pencils no longer than what golf players use to keep track of score. During Ramadan his meals came to him after the sun rise when he was unable to eat.
Mailing Address: (to send letters and books)
Federal Correctional Complex - USP
#40939-018
P. O. Box 1033
Coleman, FL 33521
You can send books directly to him from the publishers only.
To contribute to his defense fund please mail your checks to,
National Liberty Fund ( Dr. Arian)
AG Consulting
1054 31st St
NW, Suite 510
Washington Dc,20007.
Please contribute to his defense fund to ensure excellent representation for him. The Administration probably has a whole team working against him. We need to make sure that he has the best team to defend him. May Allah reward you.
Samina Faheem Sundas
Executive Director,
American Muslim Voice
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