Noted American Islamic Studies Professor: “First time… I’ve seen this level of hate.”
Not that I’m surprised by this story… but the quote from leading Islamic studies professor John Esposito, who was President of the American Academy of Religion last year, really jumped out because he’s seen a lot of this garbage in his time:
One of the speakers at the conference, Georgetown University religion professor John Espositio, said the event was part of a series nationwide to discuss terrorism, hate speech and anti-Islam fears.
“I go to Muslim countries, and I speak all over the United States,” he said. “What’s interesting to me is that this is the first time that I’ve been in a situation that I’m come to speak and I’ve seen this level of hate.”
Protesters picket Islamic conference in Garland
dallasnews.com Staff
A fund-raiser to build a center dedicated to teaching Muslims how to combat negative depictions of their faith drew crowds of protesters Saturday in Garland.
Some who picketed the event said Islamic beliefs pose a threat to the American way of life. Counter-protesters also attended, urging understanding and cooperation.
The $20-a-ticket Stand With the Prophet in Honor and Respect conference was promoted by Sound Vision Foundation. The organization has said hate groups use the actions of international extremists such as the Islamic State and Boko Haram to turn public opinion against all Muslims.
