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#TryBeatingMeLightly

#TryBeatingMeLightly

A couple of weeks ago, Pakistan’s Council of Islamic Ideology issued its proposed amendments to the Protection of Women Against Violence Bill of 2015. They recommend husbands to “lightly beat” their wives in certain circumstances.

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Ramadan Quest

Ramadan Quest

Earlier this month, Mehdi Hasan of the Guardian wrote about having to deal with Islamophobia on a day to day basis; how his work and family were affected, but asserting that he would continue to do what he does. Mr. Hasan clarifies that he does not consider his Islamic beliefs exempt from public criticism — just that it […]

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America, Land of Book Burners?

America, Land of Book Burners?

You may have heard that a Florida minister is planning to hold a a Quran-burning protest this weekend. Many prominent Americans have weighed in and encouraged the minister to cancel his event, including Gen. David Petraeus, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and even President Obama. The general is concerned for the safety of our men and women […]

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