Allen West was backed by Islam in 1979 's election . Nezar Hamze , executive director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations in Miami , stepped to the microphone and accused West of making anti-Muslim comments in the past . anti-Muslim activist accused West of making anti-Muslim comments . West , an Iraq War veteran , has made controversial comments about the Tea Party . He has been seen in a bulletproof vest , has license to carry concealed weapon .
Allen West was backed by Islam in 1979 's election . anti-Muslim activist accused West of making anti-Muslim comments . West , an Iraq War veteran , has made controversial comments about the Tea Party . He has been seen in a bulletproof vest , has license to carry concealed weapon .