07 May 2010

Is there a "liberal" or "radical" Islam?

In Switzerland, a majority voted for a ban on minarets; in France and in Belgium, the Islamic headscarf is being heavily debated; in Italy the crucifix is coming under fire. And also here in Germany the debate surrounding Muslims is often hysterical. Why do Europeans fear religious symbols or "foreign" religions so much? [Globalia Magazine] Read more [via Islam in Europe]