Browsing Tag: SCORE

US Sikhs appeal for well-qualified Candidates for SGPC elections: He said, “The candidates should see this as an opportunity to serve rather than using this position as a stepping stone for political ambition. Some percentage of candidates should come from various fields of education who can guide the community in the future and can contribute based oto their experience.”
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Sikh Americans Welcome the demise of Bin Laden with Caution: Dr. Rajwant Singh, Chairman of the Sikh Council on Religion and Education (SCORE), said that “We appreciate President Obama’s leadership in bringing justice to a man who caused so much grief to many fellow Americans and to so many people around the world.
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Exposure of Sikhism at national level in America: Sikhs and Hindus are featured prominently in the nationwide PBS public television documentary “The Asian & Abrahamic Religions: A Divine Encounter in America” which will be shown on over 300 public television stations nationwide in the USA.
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Two Young Sikh Professionals join EcoSikh to lead Environmental Initiatives in Punjab and New York: “The aim is to mobilize Sikh communities in India and elsewhere to develop practical solutions to today’s pressing environmental challenges in accordance with the teachings of the Sikh Gurus and also exchange ideas with faith communities around the world. This will be achieved by creating partnerships, improving environmental education...
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Obama Greets Sikhs on Guru Nanak's Birth Anniversary and hosts an event at the White House: President Obama said, “On Sunday, many around the world will observe the anniversary of birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. I send my best wishes to all those observing this extraordinary occasion. This is also an opportunity to recognize the many contributions that Sikh Americans have made to our nation, and to reflect on the pluralism that is a hallmark of America.”
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US Sikhs Express Joy at President Obama’s Possible Visit to the Golden Temple: “Sikhs are grateful that Pres. Obama has spoken about the rights of all minorities... He demonstrated his kindness by hosting an event marking the first ever celebration of the birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, at the White House.
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Sikh Youth Join President Obama's Mentoring Lunch at the White House: “It is significant that the President of the United States touches this critical issue facing the American society and giving it so much importance,” said Dr. Rajwant Singh, Chairman of SCORE.... “We look forward to working with President Obama in the coming days on behalf of children, families and communities around our great nation.”
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Sikhs Join Opposition to Arizona’s Immigration Law: Arizona’s discriminatory position on immigration may spread to other states. In fact, at least ten other states are considering laws similar to Arizona’s, including Maryland.
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SCORE Joins Opposition to Arizona’s Immigration Law: This law is based on the viewpoint that anyone of color or with an accent may be in the United States illegally. It enables the police to act on this stereotype and profile anyone in Arizona who may have a darker skin complexion, appears foreign, or speaks differently.
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