Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson speaks to the Islamic Society of North America during its annual convention in Chicago. Many American Muslims have been critical of his department and federal law enforcement agencies for what they view as discriminatory surveillance and prosecution of American Muslims. In his speech, Johnson did not speak to surveillance practices directly but acknowledged a common experience of discrimination and disrespect among American Muslims. “If you know American history, take comfort in learning from it.”Here is the text of Johnson’s speech in full:Ladies and gentlemen, good evening…. Some of you are discouraged that you must continually point to the patriotism of American Muslims, by pointing to your military service, to those American Muslims who have died in combat for your country.

Source: Washington Post September 04, 2016 19:07 UTC