Mosque Protest
When Asra Q. Nomani and other women attempted to pray at Virginia’s notorious “9/11 mosque,” an explosive scene ensued. Inside the protest movement dividing Muslim Americans.

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Three women pray behind the men at Dar Al Hijrah Islamic Center in Falls Church, Virginia, May 15, 2010.
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The women in the prayer line include, Jannah Bint Hanna, Fatima Thompson, and Asra Nomani.
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A man races to join the line of men in front.
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Police issue trespassing notices to the women.
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Posing with the trespassing notices and complaints.
Ify Okoye
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