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During his swearing in ceremony in early January 2007, Ellison replaced the Bible with a the [[Quran]] and then took his oath of duty with one hand placed on the [[Quran]]. | During his swearing in ceremony in early January 2007, Ellison replaced the Bible with a the [[Quran]] and then took his oath of duty with one hand placed on the [[Quran]]. | ||
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Revision as of 03:01, March 21, 2007
Democrat Keith Ellison is the first Muslim to serve in the United States Congress. He represents the 5th Congressional District of Minnesota. Born in Detroit, he converted to Islam while in college.
During his swearing in ceremony in early January 2007, Ellison replaced the Bible with a the Quran and then took his oath of duty with one hand placed on the Quran.