Hijabs on the Podium, Christians in the Basement

Patriots, strap in, because once again Colorado’s political class has proven that when it comes to religious expression, some faiths are more equal than others. The Colorado Senate rolled out Senate Resolution 25-004, a glowing commemoration of World Hijab Day. And right on cue, we’re all supposed to clap politely, nod reverently, and pretend this has nothing to do with politics. And of course, the moment anyone raises an eyebrow, the “Islamophobic” label is loaded into the chamber and fired without a second thought.

Except here’s the problem: None of this is about Islam. It’s about hypocrisy.

For decades, Christians have been told that the Colorado Capitol is a “neutral space.” No Bible verses. No public Ten Commandments. No nativity displays. No Scripture in hearing rooms. No visible faith expression that might offend the professional outrage class. But suddenly, magically, this “neutral space” becomes a sanctuary of spiritual celebration when the faith being celebrated isn’t Christianity.

So, let’s spell this out. Women who wear the hijab? They wear it every day. It’s a daily and public expression of their faith. Nobody has a problem with that. But Christians expressing their daily faith publicly inside the Capitol? Nope. That’s been labeled inappropriate, controversial, exclusionary, or the new favorite, dangerous. Yet here we are, our elected officials passing a state resolution encouraging citizens to experiment with another religion’s symbols “for the sake of tolerance.”

Notice what’s missing? A resolution honoring Christianity, the actual faith that built the moral, cultural, and legal foundation of this nation. The faith practiced by the overwhelming majority of Colorado. The faith referenced in the documents that created this country.

But Christians? No celebration for them, only restrictions. Colorado Democrats bend over backwards to showcase their religious sensitivity to every group except the one whose holidays they actually get off from work. Imagine a Republican senator proposing World Cross Day, encouraging people to wear a cross to show support for Christianity, religious tolerance, and the rich history of Western civilization. The Gold Dome and the media would spontaneously combust. The ACLU would have a field day.

But World Hijab Day? Silence. Applause. A photo op. And every elected official lines up to kiss the ring of “inclusivity.” Colorado plays this game where Christianity is treated like second-hand smoke, something that must be contained, restricted, and kept away from the public for their own protection. Meanwhile, the Capitol eagerly celebrates a religious garment tied to a faith the Left believes is politically useful.

This isn’t about fairness. This isn’t about tolerance. This is about which religions are culturally fashionable and which one the political class is comfortable vilifying.

Maybe it’s time to pass a resolution recognizing Christianity. Recognizing the faith that shaped America. Recognizing the faith that teaches forgiveness, personal responsibility, and moral clarity. If the Capitol can celebrate the practices of Islam, then surely it can acknowledge the faith that built the civilization they’re standing in. But I won’t hold my breath.

Because in Colorado politics, we’ve reached the point where the only religion not welcome in the public square… is the one that made the public square possible.

Senate Resolution 25-004

SENATE RESOLUTION 25-004

BY SENATOR(S) Jodeh, Amabile, Baisley, Ball, Bridges, Bright, Carson, Catlin, Cutter, Danielson, Daugherty, Exum, Frizell, Gonzales J., Hinrichsen, Kipp, Kirkmeyer, Kolker, Liston, Lundeen, Marchman, Michaelson Jenet, Mullica, Pelton B., Pelton R., Rich, Roberts, Rodriguez, Simpson, Snyder, Sullivan, Weissman, Winter F., Coleman.

CONCERNING THE COMMEMORATION OF WORLD HIJAB DAY.

WHEREAS, The hijab, a traditional veil that covers a woman's hair and chest, has been very important to the history of Islam and is meant to promote dignity and respect for women while maintaining modesty and respect for religious faith; and

WHEREAS, World Hijab Day encourages women of different cultures who do not normally wear the hijab to experience wearing one for the day, and its purpose is to encourage religious tolerance, cultural understanding, and international solidarity; and

WHEREAS, Since its inception, women from all over the world have participated in World Hijab Day, and to combat prejudice, leaders in the American Muslim community are working tirelessly to show that wearing the hijab is a choice, a freedom, and a blessing; and

WHEREAS, Wearing the hijab educates our fellow citizens about Islam in ways that are relevant and meaningful; and

WHEREAS, The Colorado Senate honors the important events that remind us of the rich and diverse heritage of our great state and celebrates America's greatest strength of embracing our different faiths and allowing our members to express themselves freely while encouraging greater religious tolerance and understanding in our communities; now, therefore,

Be It Resolved by the Senate of the Seventy-fifth General Assembly of the State of Colorado:

That we, the members of the Colorado Senate, hereby recognize Saturday, February 1, 2025, as World Hijab Day.

Signed By: James Rashad Coleman Sr., President of the Senate

Signed By: Esther van Mourik, Secretary of the Senate