to president blienman and entertainment commissioners, i'm dr. johnson butler and i serve as the vice chair of the san francisco inner faith council. as well as vice president san francisco branch and i'm here because i'm deeply committed to promoting religious freedom and combating. and i'm here to advocate on the behalf of my muslim family to let you know that the right to worship freely and peacefully is a fundamental right that must be protected and respected, rise as you may all know of hate crime and targeting religious institutions, it's an urgent need my friends to ensure the safety and security of worshipers. it's been common upon commissioners, community leaders, law enforcement agencies and policy and create an environment where all individuals can practice their faith without fear or intimidation or harm. soy urge you all regardless of your belief to join me in the effort to defend the rights to worship freely and without fear. iron out the wrinkles that i have heard from this gentleman and to take our time and recognize the need for