1. a) Name the politicians in Virginia that the Muslim American Society (MAS) has taken credit for helping to elect to office.
b) Muslims in general would probably side with Republicans on social issues. Why do you think the Muslim American Society is favoring Democratic party candidates?

2. How many voters has MAS registered in Virginia since the 2005 elections?

3. Who is Esam Omeish?

4. Why was Dr. Omeish's appointment to Gov. Kaine's immigration commission suddenly withdrawn?

5. Although Dr. Omeish resigned from the commission without complaint, he later blamed it on a religiously motivated "smear campaign." What do you think of his accusation? Explain your answer.

6. The population of the U.S. is approximately 300 million. The number of Muslims living in the U.S. is estimated to be between 2-8 million.
a) In how many states is MAS working to affect the outcome of local and state elections this year?
b) Why isn't the Muslim American Society focusing on all 50 states?

7. Many groups try to influence the outcome of elections. Should Americans be concerned with MAS's efforts? Explain your answer.