“World” Keeps Turning Over Stereotypes

Clearly, the implication is that in the sad, backward country of Iraq, the gender equality Americans enjoy is simply unfathomable. The one-dimensional picture paints Iraq as the distant source of Ameera’s terrible past — and nothing more. When asked, “What was your life in Iraq like?” — a question that couldn’t be more vague — [...]

Minority Report: The problem with cartoons… and the Spectator

In cities all over Britain there reside devout, law abiding, peaceful and (gasp!) integrated Muslims who just happen to have large beards and dark skin. But next time some bigot wants to indulge in a spot of “Paki bashing” who do you think they are going to pick on, the smartly dressed engineering student who [...]

Misspeaking, Misrepresenting, Misleading

According to the article, the “enduring significance” of the hijab is striking. Really? Is it any more “enduring” than the significance of Jesus or the Holy Trinity, the Yarmulke, or karma in Hinduism? Simply put, people will always carry out parts or all of what their religious beliefs dictate. Other people may feel threatened by [...]