Sikhs unequivocally condemn the recent terrorist attacks on America
Sikhs condemn terrorism in all shapes and forms
99% of the people in the United States wearing turbans are Sikhs
Like many Americans, Sikhs have also lost friends, colleagues and loved ones in these incidents
In the wake of the tragedy, Sikhs were on the scene helping the victims, have been giving blood,
participating in candlelight vigils, national prayer and memorial services all over country, donating
money, food, clothing, and volunteering
There are 22 million Sikhs worldwide, a million of whom live in North America.
Sikhism preaches tolerance and absolute equality of all people without regard to gender, race, caste,
creed
Sikhs believe in the same God as do the other mainstream world religions
Key tenets of Sikhism include spirituality, ethicality, equality, humility, community service,
standing up for human rights, defending the defenseless
Sikh men and some Sikh women wear turbans; and all Sikhs wear steel bracelets as a symbol of strength
and the eternal nature of God. Sikhs have a distinctive physical appearance - most Sikh men do not cut
their hair or beards.
Sikhs are and/or have been represented in every aspect of American society. They currently are or
have served in the government – US Congress, military, Army Reserves, police, FBI, state senators and
congressmen; in every industry, from high tech to agriculture; and in every profession, including medicine,
law
Sikhism is a 500-year-old, monotheistic religion that originated in the Punjab region of India
Sikh Americans Are...
Not Hindus, Muslims or from the Middle East
Not Terrorists, Related to Osama bin Laden in any way or enemies of this country
Not Illiterate or ignorant.
Not Illegal immigrants or new to the United States
Not Happy about the attack on the World Trade Center or the Pentagon
Not Uncaring, Unpatriotic or Uncommitted to the United States
