Different religions have their own significance to Diwali.  Today, President Obama released a statement to acknowledge the Diwali celebrations of several faiths – including Sikhism – across the country: The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release                                   October 26, 2011 Statement by the President on the Observance of Diwali Today, here in America and around the world, Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists will celebrate the holiday of Diwali – the festival of lights. Many who observe this holiday do so […]

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