7th Heaven (TV Series)

Suspicion (2002)

Stephen Collins: Rev. Eric Camden

Quotes 

• Nasreen : I was happy until one day, our entire world turned upside down. I go out on my usual errands and suddenly people are staring at my hijab. I've worn it all my adult life, and now I get looks and whispers as I pass by. Why? I'm still the same person. I haven't changed. I try to believe that some people are just curious, but why wasn't I asked about it years ago? Why now? See, it's not curiosity, it's suspicion.

  Rev. Eric Camden : Fear can bring out the worst in people, and fear is evidence of a lack of faith. I mean, for some people, that's a lack of faith in God. For others, it's a lack of faith in themselves, but for others, it's a lack of faith in their fellow man. I hope what's happened with Yasmine doesn't make you lose your faith in people's kindness.

  Nasreen : Oh, how can I? I have proof sitting right here in front of me. I'm sorry to have burdened you with my problems. I'm a very pro-active person and I hope I'm not sounding like a victim because that's not my intent.

• Ruthie Camden : [as Ruthie addresses the school board]  Ruthie: My name is Ruthie Camden and first, I want to say how much I like going to the Eleanor Roosevelt School. My classes are really cool and I get to do so much more than I did at my old school. I love horses and I even get to take Equestrian classes. It's like a dream come true for me. I've learned so much at this school. Last week, during science period, Miss Riddle talked to us about the spine. She taught us how important the spine is to the entire body. The spine allows you to hold your head up high. Well, I don't think I'll be able to hold my head up high in this class anymore, if this school doesn't let my friend Yasmine attend. And from what I've read about her, Eleanor Roosevelt has a really strong spine. This school is named after her and if you want to know more about her, you should read the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It's all about freedom, justice and peace.

  Rev. Eric Camden : [whispers to Annie]  Out of the mouths of babes.

• Yasmine : Yasmine was walking home from school when a couple of boys started following her. They were calling her names because she's Muslim and trying to scare her, and one of them even picked up a dirt clod and threw it at her.

  Yasmine : That's when Ruhtie ran over and started yelling back at them, but they still kept on following us.

  Rev. Eric Camden : And this was happening right outside our house?

  Yasmine : It's happening everywhere.

  Rev. Eric Camden : Did these boys ever physically hurt you?

  Yasmine : No. Just my feelings.

  Rev. Eric Camden : Feelings are important, too. They matter a great deal and you matter. We're not gonna let this continue.