Media Influences and Civic Engagement; Dealing with Threats at Our Mosque - Maulana Syed M Rizvi

- War extends beyond the battlefield to the media front. - Global media coverage highlights Israeli bombardment's impact on Gaza, prompting political re-evaluation. - Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau emphasizes the need for "maximum restraint" but does not explicitly call for a ceasefire. - French President Macron urges a humanitarian pause and a ceasefire, condemning civilian casualties. - Archbishop of Canterbury expresses moral concern over civilian casualties and calls for a ceasefire. - 63 municipal councillors in 32 B.C. communities call for a ceasefire, criticizing Canada's abstention at the UN. - Public opinion influences official policies, with 65% of Canadians supporting a ceasefire, as per Angus Reid Institute polling. - Civic engagement is crucial, and communities must exercise their rights at the voting booths to influence policies. - The interconnected world makes global incidents locally relevant, emphasizing the importance of civic engagement. - A recent bomb threat at the Jaffari Community Centre underscores the need for vigilance, whilte community resilience prevails. - Canadians are encouraged to understand the impact of their numbers and voices on political and economic spheres. Friday Juma Khutba November 17th, 2023 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)