Muslim Museum Challenges Gipson's Sharia Claims | Jackson News

America’s first Muslim museum is sounding the alarm over Mississippi gubernatorial candidate Andy Gipson’s inflammatory claims about Sharia law, calling his rhetoric divisive and dangerous. Gipson, who posted on Facebook and released a video vowing to ban Sharia if elected, cited the International Museum of Muslim Cultures in Jackson as proof — prompting backlash from museum leaders and community groups. Co-founder Okolo Rashid condemned the comments as shocking and counter to their mission of fostering unity, recalling past threats like a brick thrown through their window after 9/11. In response, advocacy groups are sending Gipson a letter urging an open dialogue, warning his statements mislead and endanger communities. The museum and allies are demanding public officials uphold respectful discourse and protect religious freedom. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0232d3727e13bbaa