I have to stand there waiting for them to acknowledge that I'm not a threat to the nation I've been living in for my entire life.

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Flying while Muslim is a struggle. My fingers are tested and my hijab is always patted down, while others get to pass by with no extra security. I have to stand there waiting for them to acknowledge that I am not a threat to the nation I've been living in for my entire life.

Have you ever received a response or resolution from either an airline, airport or government official regarding the discrimination you experienced? If so, what was the response or the result?

Never.

Has the discrimination you've faced made it harder for you to travel? If so, in what ways and at what cost?

Like many visibly Muslim people or those with Muslim names, I leave for the airport extra early in fear of being searched for a longer duration. I thought it was standard practice to text your family groupchat when you've passed security safely, but turns out this is something way more common for Muslim families.

What was your reaction to the No-Fly List leak story? how did it make you feel?

Disappointed but not surprised.