We’re talking Radicals, Reformers, and Revivalists, three different ideologies that characterize Muslim activists. To borrow from Joel Rosenberg’s Inside the Revolution, let’s describe them this way: Radicals: “Islam is the answer, jihad is the way.” Reformers: “Islam is the answer, but jihad is not the way.” Revivalists: “Islam is not the answer, and jihad is …
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As you may know, the United Nations General Assembly is in session in New York City. Established to garner worldwide cooperation in maintaining international peace, developing friendly relations between nations, and solving international problems, the UN General Assembly offers world leaders “podium time” to air their thoughts, pleas, and accusations. I was curious to hear …
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the UN General Assembly only hours ago, warning against losing site of Iran as the greatest threat to Israel and the West. Read the review here...
The 69th session of the United Nations General Assembly opened about 10 days ago, and "high-level meetings" commenced on September 22. The general debate began on September 24 and will continue until September 30. But, what is really going on at the United Nations? Established after WWII to promote international cooperation, world leaders gather annually …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 