Recognizing Ramadan

For the first time in congressional history, the House today recognized the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

Rep. Brad Sherman, D-Van Nuys, led debate on the resolution, saying Islam has been twisted out of context since the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The bill, Sherman said, shows "the deep respect we all feel for Muslims around the United States and the world."

It passed 376-0, with 42 members _ all but one Republican _ voting "present."