Downing Street repeatedly refused to endorse the remarks of the Conservative chairman, which were criticised by some Tories.
Lady Warsi, the first Muslim woman to attend the Cabinet, sparked controversy when she declared that prejudice against Muslims had “passed the dinner table test” and was now seen as socially acceptable.
In remarks first reported by the Daily Telegraph, she also said that the practice of describing Muslims as either “moderate” or “extremist” fosters prejudice against all Muslims. [20 Jan. telegraph.co.uk] Read more
