So, naturally, I fear the divisive rhetoric that follows tragedies such as the one we witnessed in Manchester last week. But I also know what religious fascism looks like: It is laws that hold a woman responsible for her own rape. Yes, many Islamic societies are hostile to progressive politics, but it doesn’t mean Islam does not inspire progressive politics in these societies. The 132 Pakistani children, butchered by Islamists back in 2014, were born to parents who also identified as Muslims. Despite the negativity associated with the Muslim tag, Ahmadis endure the worst for the right to call themselves Muslims.

Source: Daily News Egypt May 29, 2017 15:22 UTC