President Obama released a video greeting Friday to Muslims in America and abroad to commemorate the start on Saturday of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting and reflection for members of the Islamic faith. “These rituals remind us of the principles that we hold in common and Islam’s role in advancing justice, progress, tolerance and the dignity of all human beings,” the president said, drawing parallels to his own Christian faith. –KA

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