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The Sikh Face of America All About the Challenges of Sikh Americans

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Sikh Americans Freedom and Democracy
Sikh American and the Empire State Building

Sikh Americans and the Empire State Building

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Sikh American - Empire State Building

A young Sikh American stands proudly before the Empire State Building. His hope for a future founded on freedom and democracy is a dream shared by every American. In countries such Australia, Belgium, and France, which profess democracy, steps have been taken to restrict the wearing of religious head coverings. The right to worship freely, guaranteed to all Americans, assures him the right to wear his turban with pride.

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