We’re living in very divisive political times. But even now, Americans say we still share values that include aspiring to become a country where all can succeed regardless of race, gender or religion.

Fulfilling this promise has always been a challenge, even as most of us keep trying to progress toward this vision of the American Dream.

So, it’s deeply disturbing to see what’s happening to federal judicial nominee Adeel Mangi, whose personal story has always exemplified the American Dream, and who is now being forced to endure ugly religious bigotry.

Mangi is a highly qualified lawyer who emigrated to this country and built a family and a respected career. He chose American citizenship because of his love for our democracy.

President Biden nominated him for a seat on the Third Circuit Court of Appeals, a fitting honor for a Harvard-educated lawyer well-known for winning record financial awards for clients in complex cases........

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