Information reaching Kossyderrickent has it that Harmeet Dhillon said prayers to Sikh genderless idol of Waheguru at the RNC convention. (Read More Here).
The “prayer” at the RNC:
“Dear Waheguru, our one true god, thank you for creating America as a unique haven on this earth”
Harmeet Dhillon, a civil rights attorney and Republican Party leader led Sikh prayer ‘ardas’ at the Republican National Convention in the presence of presidential nominee Donald Trump, in Milwaukee today.
Ms Dhillon, who previously served as the vice chairwoman of the California Republican Party, said she was honoured to recite the ardas, usually offered by the Sikh community worldwide before any new endeavour. It is done to thank God and seek protection and help in upholding values such as humility, truth, and justice for all.
Dhillon, who hails from a family of Sikh immigrants, expressed her gratitude for America, describing it as a “unique haven on this earth where all people are free to worship according to their faith.” She sought blessings for the country and its people, asking for wisdom as they vote in the upcoming election and for the integrity of those conducting the election.
The Republican National Convention began this week in Wisconsin, with delegates and officials gathering amid the aftermath of the attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life. Trump, who is set to become the GOP’s official nominee, was greeted like a hero at the convention, sporting a white bandage over his ear and receiving a standing ovation from his supporters.