Muslim NYers on celebrating Ramadan during times of constitutional crisis

Despite political unrest sowing seeds of fear in New York City and overseas, Muslim communities are determined to continue observing their holiest month of Ramadan.

This year’s Ramadan, a month-long period where participants fast from dawn to sunset, and Eid al-Fitr –– a grand holiday celebrated on the Islamic lunar calendar at the close of the fasting month –– will fall on March 29-30.

“This is a time to pray and fast for peace and understanding. In principle, we all have to be hopeful for clarity and safety, Muslim or not Muslim alike,” said Harlem Senator Cordell Cleare. “We know that our communities respect this period of spiritual upliftment.”