HAMTRAMCK, Mich. - The Polish flocked to Hamtramck in the 1900s and evidence of
the city's Polish roots remain. However,
over the last few decades a new wave of immigrants, primarily from the Middle
East, South Asia and Southeastern Europe, has dramatically changed the face and
culture of this community. Now, the Hamtramck City Council is going to reflect
that diversity.
"We are very proud and we are
very happy for that achievement, what we have done in this city, for our
city," said Jamal Alturki, a voter. Voters gave Abu Musa and Anam Miah another
term in office. Saad Almasmari was
elected for the first time. Now four of the six City Council members will be of
Muslim faith. It's said to be the first
majority Muslim City Council not only in Hamtramck but in the entire country.
"I think that sends a message
not only to Hamtramck but throughout the region that people want their
representation in offices," Miah said.
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