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Originally Posted by Shek
Here's a great article from the WaPo last month that tells the story of a dynamic, young Islamic preacher who has a lot of traction in a key demographic in the fight for Muslim minds.
Younger Muslims Tune In to Upbeat Religious Message - washingtonpost.com
How do we assist in steering young Muslim youths towards an Islam that is compatible with modernity a la Bernard Lewis without tainting said preachers/influencers? |
Indirectly by responding to the issues he raises not him. If they say the youth needs hope and jobs then get the ball rolling to create jobs and hope. But don't work with him/them unless they reach out. MLK didn't win by going to the feds, but by making the feds come to him.