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Muslims were part of America’s story long before the republic began
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Iqbal Akhtar, Florida International University , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· June 30, 2026
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Key points The scholar's work provides insight into the long-standing presence of Muslims in the United States, predating the country's founding. In recognition of the nation's 250th anniversary, a scholar of Islam has highlighted the significant role Muslims have played in America's history.
In recognition of the nation's 250th anniversary, a scholar of Islam has highlighted the significant role Muslims have played in America's history. Muslims were present in the country from its early days, contributing to the founding population and labor force.
Further details on this aspect of American history are available from the Waco Tribune-Herald. The scholar's work provides insight into the long-standing presence of Muslims in the United States, predating the country's founding.
For those interested in learning more about the history of Muslims in America, the Waco Tribune-Herald is a source of additional information on this topic.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
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What is this story about? In recognition of the nation's 250th anniversary, a scholar of Islam has highlighted the significant role Muslims have played in America's history. Muslims were present in the country from its early…
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