14 March 2014

Lib Dem candidate for Hampstead and Kilburn Maajid Nawaz claims Muslims find liberalism reprehensible

The Liberal Democrat parliamentary candidate for Hampstead and Kilburn has claimed that Muslims find liberalism reprehensible during a book launch.

Maajid Nawaz sparked heated exchanges with audience members at the event where he spoke about his book Radical at Waterstones in Hampstead.

It was the 36-year-old Muslim’s first public appearance since he was selected for the sought after seat.

He spoke to author Tom Holland in front of a packed audience about his memoir exploring his journey from Islamic extremist to co-founder of counter-extremism think tank, Quilliam. [Brent & Kilburn Times] Read more