Invaders and Barbarians: Islamophobia in the West
Quashon AventStaff Writer The recent mass killing of 50 people by white supremacist Brenton Tarrant brought attention to a major issue in Western societies: Islamophobia. Islamophobia is defined as “an exaggerated fear, hatred and hostility toward Islam and Muslims that is perpetuated by negative stereotypes resulting in bias, discrimination and the marginalization and exclusion of Muslims from social, political and civic life.” The cause of … Continue reading Invaders and Barbarians: Islamophobia in the West
