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When Representation Falters

Amal Naser, Lina Ali and Amar Hamed

As young muslims, we feel our concerns are unrepresented by major parties at election time

The upcoming federal election on May 21 is a critical moment for young Muslims to reflect on whether our political representatives have thoroughly engaged with the needs of our community and if any plans have been developed to address those needs.

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