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The following morning, HR called an emergency meeting. The employee argued that he was simply practicing his faith and had a right to express his beliefs. HR responded, “Absolutely. You have every right to pray, follow your dietary restrictions, and explain your beliefs when someone genuinely asks. But your colleagues have the same right to make their own personal choices without being pressured or shamed.” He interrupted, “So now I’m being discriminated against for being Muslim?” One colleague immediately responded, “Nobody is asking you to stop being Muslim. We’re asking you to stop treating us as though we must become Muslim to earn your respect.” The room became silent. Another employee added, “Imagine if I started telling you that your prayers were wrong and that you needed to abandon your religion because I disagreed with it. Would you consider that respectful?” He had no immediate answer.