Nazem Kadri brings the Stanley Cup home to London, Ont. mosque
“We as a community have withstood and thrived in the darkness of a few — simply for being a proud Muslim who loves his community,” said Joseph. “Not even a Stanley Cup champion is immune to the dirty grasp of racism and Islamophobia.”Joseph congratulated Kadri for his accomplishments and pushing through the hate and racism he has experienced.“I want to congratulate Nazem and your family, who continue to do great things, and be a national role model for all Canadians.
When Kadri took to the microphone, he expressed his greatest appreciation for the crowd who came out to support him. “It’s amazing, as I sit here and reflect, these are the streets I grew up on,” Kadri said. This is the Mosque I used to come to, and everything just seemed to come around full circle, so I’m very appreciative, very privileged, and honoured to be the first ever Muslim to bring the Stanley Cup to a Mosque.
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