On Jan. 17 in Chicago, the DuSable Museum and The Muslim Civic Coalition hosted a film screening, “Ali’s Comback: The Untold Story.”

CHICAGO—The Muslim Civic Coalition and the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center hosted a free screening of “Ali’s Comeback: The Untold Story,” in commemoration of Muhammad Ali Day in Illinois, a holiday the Coalition helped to establish in 2021. The event, held on Jan. 17, was an opportunity for individuals of all backgrounds to celebrate the life and legacy of Muhammad Ali. Illinois was the first state in the country to establish a public holiday honoring Ali on his birthday, the Coalition noted on its Facebook page.

“We can’t think of a better way to celebrate Muhammad Ali Day here in Illinois than with the many educators, students, partners, community members, and guests that gathered here today,” said Dr. Dilara Sayeed, president of the Coalition, via Facebook. —The Final Call 

From left: Nation of Islam pioneers Imam Yusef Madyun, his wife Sister Zabadah Madyun, Nation of Islam Student National Imam Sultan Rahman Muhammad and his son Sadeeq Muhammad at DuSable Museum for a film screening on the life of Muhammad Ali sponsored by the museum and The Muslim Civic Coalition.
Brother Rod Bashir holds poster with images of Muhammad Ali and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., at the DuSable Museum.