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Gov. Abbott's Threat Halts Muslim Water Park Event
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Grand Prairie cancels Muslim holiday event at water park after Governor Abbott threatens to withhold state grants. The event, Epic Eid, was set for June 1st to celebrate Eid ul-Adha. Last year, over 600 people attended, but this year, the event was canceled due to backlash and accusations of religious discrimination. Organizer Aminah Knight, a mother of six and educator, is heartbroken by the cancellation. The citys decision to cancel the event follows Governor Abbotts moves last year to crack down on what he saw as discriminatory Sharia setups. The cancellation highlights ongoing tensions around faith events and public spaces.
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