In this episode, we sit with Ainy Haider-Shah to discuss the work of the Howard County Muslim Council. Ms. Haider-Shah is the first woman ever to serve as president of HCMC.
Thanks to Joe’s Place Deli for their always warm and friendly hospitality!
Three Things We’re Thinking About
Ellicott City Flood Plan
People’s Choice Endorsements for Board of Education
“Choose Civility” is a famous Howard County motto but why are we failing?
Ainy Haider-Shah
The Muslim Council encourages issues and activities of common interest to local Muslims and the broader community of Howard County
Muslim parents concerned that Muslims kids can be victims of Islamophobia and others feel it’s ok
Muslims becoming more active in political life
How non-Muslims can help fight islamophobia
Teach children to embrace our differences
Political races of interest
Diversity of boards, committees, and commissions
Recommendations:
Book – A Suitable Boy by Vikram Seth
Movie – Crazy Rich Asians
Music – U2
Unpopular benign – Halloween is the best American holiday
Best meal – Mimi’s Kabob for dinner
Cafe Easy for Breakfast
Bon Apitit for coffee
Event – school starting
Elevate Maryland – look outside the box for Historic Ellicott City