Illinois Halal Festival: The Stealth Invasion of Sharia into America (Video)

On August 3rd, a Halal food festival at Frontier Park in Naperville, Illinois, drew approximately 15,000 people, seemingly gathering to celebrate cultural heritage and culinary diversity. Organized by the Illinois Muslim Chamber of Commerce, the event featured over 200 dishes from countries like Pakistan, Turkey, and Indonesia, with activities ranging from pony rides to cultural performances. But what appears to be a harmless community event masks a much darker agenda—a strategic effort to spread Sharia law and fund extremist activities under the guise of a cultural celebration.

The involvement of foreign diplomats, including Tariq Karim, the Pakistani Consul General in Chicago, and the Consul Generals of Turkmenistan and Indonesia, in a local event raises serious questions about the influence of Islamic nations on American soil. Their active participation in the festival, alongside numerous U.S. elected officials such as Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli, is not a mere coincidence. It is part of a broader push by Islamic countries to embed their cultural and religious practices into Western societies, using events like this festival as a Trojan Horse for more insidious objectives.

The following news report celebrating the Halal food festival is from Iranian-tied Shia Waves:

A Deeper Look: The Agenda Behind the Festival

This festival, far from being just a local celebration, represents a coordinated effort by foreign governments to promote Islamic practices in the United States. The fact that local government officials, including Mayor Scott Wehrli, endorsed and participated in this event only amplifies the concern. By aligning themselves with such foreign-backed initiatives, these officials are effectively facilitating the spread of Sharia law and the normalization of Islamic practices within American communities. The so-called celebration of cultural diversity is, in reality, a well-disguised attempt to promote Islamic dominance in the West.

Halal, meaning “lawful” in Arabic, is not just a dietary preference but a concept deeply rooted in Sharia or Islamic law. The term extends far beyond food, influencing all aspects of life permissible under Islamic teachings. In the context of meat, Halal requires animals to be slaughtered by hand, with their throats cut while they are fully conscious, facing Mecca, as a prayer to Allah is recited. This process, involving significant suffering and slow death, violates Western standards of animal welfare and most Western nations’ well-established animal cruelty laws. Yet, it is being accepted and even celebrated in our societies under the false pretense of cultural diversity.

Islamic Certification: A Terror Funding Scheme

For a product to be labeled Halal, it must be certified by Islamic organizations, many of which have ties to terrorist groups. The Islamic Society of North America (ISNA), for example, is an unindicted co-conspirator in the Holy Land Foundation terror trial linked to Hamas, a branch of the Muslim Brotherhood. By paying for Halal certification, companies are unknowingly or knowingly contributing to the funding of extremist activities.

This system has turned Halal certification into a lucrative industry, effectively an Islamic tax on food. Major companies have eagerly paid for certification, driven by the potential profits from the growing Muslim market. This is not just about economics; it’s about facilitating the spread of Islamic adherence through financial channels, embedding Sharia into the fabric of Western societies.

Halal: The Backdoor to Sharia

In the United States, a significant portion of meat sold is Halal, which is not labeled as such. This practice forces non-Muslims to unknowingly consume food sacrificed according to Islamic rituals. Despite efforts by journalists like Pamela Geller to mandate clear labeling of Halal meat, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has consistently refused to address the issue, allowing this form of backdoor Sharia to persist.

For Christians and followers of other religions, this poses a serious concern. Acts 15:29 warns against consuming food sacrificed to idols, a commandment that many feel is violated when they unknowingly eat Halal meat. Prominent voices like Pastor Mark Biltz have raised alarms about the spread of this “backdoor Sharia,” urging Christians to be vigilant and reject Halal products.

The Economic and Political Strategy Behind Halal

The promotion of Halal is part of a broader strategy by Islamic leaders to prevent Muslim immigrants from integrating into Western societies. By adhering strictly to Halal dietary laws, Muslims are encouraged to remain separate from non-Muslims, fostering a sense of exclusivity and cultural isolation.

In her book “Le marché halal ou l’invention dune tradition,” French anthropologist Florence Bergeaud-Blackler exposes how the Halal market was not an ancient tradition but an invention of the 1970s and 1980s, driven by a collaboration between Iranian fundamentalists and multinational agribusinesses. This partnership between Islamic fundamentalism and neoliberal capitalism created the global Halal market, turning it into a powerful economic and political tool.

For multinational corporations, the more products that are declared “forbidden” under Islamic law, the more “permitted” products they can sell to Muslims. This economic incentive aligns with the goals of Islamic fundamentalists, who use Halal to enforce religious compliance and deepen the divide between Muslims and non-Muslims.

Boycott Halal, Defend Western Civilization

The Halal Food Festival in Naperville is not just a cultural event; it is a manifestation of a much larger and more dangerous Islamic agenda. Halal is being used as a tool to spread Sharia law and fund extremism under the guise of cultural diversity. By accepting Halal, we are complicit in the erosion of our values and the incremental Islamization of our societies.

It is time to reject this Trojan Horse. Boycott Halal products and stand against the creeping imposition of Sharia law. Protect the principles that make Western civilization worth defending, and do not let the thin veneer of cultural tolerance blind you to the dangers that lie beneath.

The Role of Local Governments in Promoting Islamic Agendas

The involvement of U.S. government officials in supporting these foreign-backed initiatives cannot be overlooked. By participating in events like the Naperville Halal Food Festival, local leaders like Mayor Scott Wehrli are not merely celebrating cultural diversity—they are facilitating the spread of an agenda that threatens the very fabric of American society. This is a strong reminder of how foreign influence can infiltrate our communities under the guise of cultural exchange and diversity, all while pushing an agenda that is anything but benign.

It’s time for Americans to wake up to the reality of what is happening right in our own backyards. The Trojan Horse of Halal is just the beginning. If we do not take a stand now, we may soon find that our values and freedoms are being eroded, one festival at a time.

Tip for Identifying Halal

There are Islamic and non-Islamic apps that allow users to determine whether a product is Halal by scanning the UPC label with a phone camera. These apps can be used to select Halal products and avoid those that are not.

1. Scan Halal: This app allows users to scan barcodes on food products to determine their halal status. It provides detailed information about the ingredients and their sources, helping users make informed decisions.
2. Halal Zulal: This app helps users find halal food products and restaurants. It offers a barcode scanning feature, as well as reviews and recommendations.
3. Muslim Pro: While primarily known for its prayer times and Qibla direction features, Muslim Pro also includes a halal restaurant finder, which can be handy for determining where to find halal food while traveling.
4. Zabihah: This app offers the world’s most extensive guide to halal restaurants and products. It features user reviews and allows you to search by location, making it easier to find halal options nearby.
5. Halal Navi: This app helps users find halal eateries and provides community reviews and tips on what to order. It’s beneficial in countries where halal food is not widely available.

To stop the expansion of Islam into the West, make sure that whatever you buy does not have a Halal label. Learn to recognize it on food packaging and menus; when you see it, do not buy it. See some examples of the halal labels to look for: