“Daily News”: We’re Part of the Same Civilization
Originally published in the New York Daily News, Dec. 10, 2015: First the Paris terrorist attacks. Then, San Bernardino. Terrorists who subscribe to an abnormal and repugnant interpretation of Islam are killing innocents in Europe and America. And just like after 9/11, ordinary Muslim Americans have been shot, hit and threatened. This is retributive violence. It is ugly, and it betrays our deepest American values. … Continue reading “Daily News”: We’re Part of the Same Civilization
Self-Criticism of a Public Scholar
It may be tempting for religious studies scholars to take advantage of this historical moment by deploying one-dimensional explanations of religion to justify our own usefulness to the academy and to the nation. But even if we have to admit our ignorance, or just say that it’s complicated, it is better to resist further propagating or reinforcing simplistic conceptions of Islam, or of religion in … Continue reading Self-Criticism of a Public Scholar
Extended Interview on Illinois Public Media’s WILL 580AM
Interview with Steve Shoemaker on Muslims in America here. Continue reading Extended Interview on Illinois Public Media’s WILL 580AM
Rep. André Carson and Edward Curtis on Michel Martin’s “Tell Me More”
Listen to Indianapolis’ Member of Congress, who happens to be Muslim, and Edward Curtis talk about Islamophobia on NPR: Muslims Mark End Of Ramadan Amid Tensions In The U.S. Continue reading Rep. André Carson and Edward Curtis on Michel Martin’s “Tell Me More”
“Washington Post”: On-Line Chat about U.S. Mosques
Thanks for joining me to talk about my Sunday Outlook piece, “Five Myths about Mosques in America.” Like anything regarding Muslims today, the article generated lots of interest, support, and condemnation. I appreciate the chance to expand on my comments and take your questions. Continue reading “Washington Post”: On-Line Chat about U.S. Mosques
“New York Daily News”: Why the ‘Ground Zero Mosque’ Belongs in Lower Manhattan
Originally published in the New York Daily News, July 23, 2010: Rick Lazio, the gubernatorial candidate from Suffolk County, doesn’t like it. Sarah Palin, though not exactly a New Yorker, has resoundingly “refudiated” it. More importantly, plenty of ordinary citizens vocally oppose the establishment of a Muslim community center and mosque near the World Trade Center site. But no matter how offensive their presence may … Continue reading “New York Daily News”: Why the ‘Ground Zero Mosque’ Belongs in Lower Manhattan
Edward Curtis with Guy Raz on “All Things Considered”
Listen to Muslim Americans Find Their Voice Amid the Shouts: “Muslims have been important players in the American national consciousness since the days of the Puritan.” Continue reading Edward Curtis with Guy Raz on “All Things Considered”
“Washington Post”: There are far more Muslims ready to fight for the West than against it
Originally published Nov. 20, 2015 in the Washington Post: On Oct. 19, 2008, former Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman and secretary of state Colin Powell went on NBC’s “Meet the Press” to endorse Barack Obama for president. Troubled by accusations that Obama was secretly a Muslim, Powell asked the obvious question: “What if he is?” One reason Powell was so bothered by the suggestion … Continue reading “Washington Post”: There are far more Muslims ready to fight for the West than against it
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