Muslim group to Endorse Carol Mosley Braun in Chicago Mayoral Race

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Muslim group to Endorse Carol Mosley Braun in Chicago Mayoral Race

The American Muslim Task Force on Civil Rights and Elections - Political Action Committee (AMT-PAC) is an affiliated PAC of  the American Muslim Task Force on Civil Rights and Elections, a national umbrella organization comprised of major national and regional Muslim organizations,

Because of the depth and breadth of her experience, Sen. Braun has emerged as the candidate best suited to carry on the civil and human rights legacy of late Mayor Harold Washington. Ms. Braun also has emerged as the candidate who can bring unity to the City of Chicago.

Sen. Braun has a proven record of accomplishment in creating social, economic and civic opportunities with equal access for all. As mayor, Sen. Braun has promised to revisit the city's privatized parking contracts; balance the budget; open healthcare facilities for the elderly and underprivileged and to create youth programs.

"Sen. Braun has been a good friend to the Muslim community over the years, and she has proven that a promise made is a promise kept," said Amir Chaudry, co-chairman of AMT-Illinois. "We are proud and honored to support Sen. Carol Mosley Braun for mayor of the City of Chicago."

WHAT: Press Conference

WHEN: 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011

WHERE: Lahore Restaurant, 2116 W. Devon Ave., Chicago

WHO: Speakers include Sen. Carol Mosley Braun, Muhammad Salim Ahktar, AMT national director, Amir Chaudry and Awad Hamdan, co-chairs, AMT-Illinois

(CHICAGO 02/04/2011) -- The Illinois chapter of the American Muslim Task Force on Civil Rights and Elections - Political Action Committee will announce its endorsement of former Sen. Carol Mosley Braun in the Chicago mayoral race at a press conference Saturday.


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