Religious symbols should be visible in public space, in a dignified and non-provocative manner. Christmas trees here, Jewish menorahs there and, further along, a minaret - these symbols represent human life in all its diversity.

We need to deal with three things that are important: first, we need a very deep reconsideration of how we are dealing with the economy. Second, there must be a very deep reconsideration of our way of life. We cannot simply adopt American-style consumer culture. To Islamize that is to de-Islamize Islam.Thirdly, it is important for us to understand the economy and the environment are common challenges for everyone. This is where the singularity of Islamic principles needs to join the universal values that we share with others.

Proud to be a Muslim isn't a stamp you have on your heart, it's a light you have in your heart.

Don’t nurture a sense of guilt; rather, nurture a sense of responsibility married with a sense of humility.

Integration is a word of the past, the word of the future and the word of the present is contribution.

The 'fires'n that produce thick, rarely innocent, often strategic smoke should therefore be scrutinized. they should be known and identified; and when they involve dishonesty, lies, or manipulation, they they should be ignored.

Violence against embassies and civilians must be categorically condemned. At the same time, we must attempt to understand why such events occur.