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The Sikh Face of America

By Sukhmandir Khalsa, About.com

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Capitol Building

Sikh Americans - Capitol Building

Capitol Building

Photo © [Kulpreet Singh]

Capitol Building

A Sikh American family shows their pride in The United States grouped together with the Capitol building behind them. Many Sikhs immigrate to the USA in hopes of enjoying freedoms such as the right to worship freely, and civil liberties. Because of their distinct appearance, some Sikhs have faced challenges when wearing turbans in the workplace. Others have been denied employment.

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