Aware of the symbolism behind having someone like Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel leading the march, Dr. King knew something that we must emulate today, in our efforts to end Islamophobia in America.

With the 10-year anniversary of 9/11 less than a month away, Simmons has again pledged his support for the American Muslim community. This time he has created a video that calls upon Americans to support the new online campaign, “My Fellow American.”

After watching the short film, the viewer is encouraged to visit the website, where dozens of Americans have already submitted short YouTube stories about a Muslim they know and admire.