French back a ban on religious symbols at work
In recent days a new front has been opened up in the age-old debate about secularism in France – namely the wearing of the Islamic veil and other religious symbols in the workplace. Two opinion polls published in recent days
French back a ban on religious symbols at work
In recent days a new front has been opened up in the age-old debate about secularism in France – namely the wearing of the Islamic veil and other religious symbols in the workplace. Two opinion polls published in recent days
Fewer than one in four people believe Islam is compatible with British way of life
Fewer than one in four people now believe that following Islam is compatible with a British way of life, Britain’s most senior Muslim minister will warn today. Highlighting unpublished research showing that a majority of the country now believes that
Fewer than one in four people believe Islam is compatible with British way of life
Fewer than one in four people now believe that following Islam is compatible with a British way of life, Britain’s most senior Muslim minister will warn today. Highlighting unpublished research showing that a majority of the country now believes that
Islam: 74% of French say it’s an ‘intolerant’ religion
A new survey by Paris-based Ipsos research company on Thursday showed 74% of French respondents believe the Muslim religion is ”intolerant” and incompatible with their social values. The survey, published on the Le Monde newspaper website, also showed eight out
Islam: 74% of French say it’s an ‘intolerant’ religion
A new survey by Paris-based Ipsos research company on Thursday showed 74% of French respondents believe the Muslim religion is ”intolerant” and incompatible with their social values. The survey, published on the Le Monde newspaper website, also showed eight out
Why Germans distrust Islam
Fewer than one-fifth of Germans believe Islam is compatible with German culture. The cashier at the supermarket wears a headscarf, copies of the Koran are handed out on the streets, and mosques have become part of some cities’ landscapes. Islam
Why Germans distrust Islam
Fewer than one-fifth of Germans believe Islam is compatible with German culture. The cashier at the supermarket wears a headscarf, copies of the Koran are handed out on the streets, and mosques have become part of some cities’ landscapes. Islam
German poll indicates a widespread fear of Muslims and Islam
The German newspaper Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung has commissioned an opinion poll to find out what Germans think about Muslims. Generally, the results are regarded as “catastrophic”. Respondents to the poll were asked to choose which of 21 statements they were
German poll indicates a widespread fear of Muslims and Islam
The German newspaper Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung has commissioned an opinion poll to find out what Germans think about Muslims. Generally, the results are regarded as “catastrophic”. Respondents to the poll were asked to choose which of 21 statements they were
Dutch Muslims are becoming more religious
An increasing number of second generation Dutch Muslims are visiting the mosque at least once a week, according to research published by the goverment’s socio-cultural policy unit SCP. The new survey among Dutch Muslims is an update on one carried
Dutch Muslims are becoming more religious
An increasing number of second generation Dutch Muslims are visiting the mosque at least once a week, according to research published by the goverment’s socio-cultural policy unit SCP. The new survey among Dutch Muslims is an update on one carried
This is Why – Part 8
A continuous survey of causes of “Islamophobia”. Conflicts in Muslim countries and terrorism are excluded. See here for explanation of survey. November 2012 Pakistan school head held over ‘blasphemous’ test No end in sight to Pakistan’s blasphemy laws A mob
This is Why – Part 8
A continuous survey of causes of “Islamophobia”. Conflicts in Muslim countries and terrorism are excluded. See here for explanation of survey. November 2012 Pakistan school head held over ‘blasphemous’ test No end in sight to Pakistan’s blasphemy laws A mob
Poll finds what Muslims really think about Constitution, Shariah
Nearly half of 600 Muslim-American citizens polled who plan to vote in the 2012 presidential election believe parodies of Muhammad should be prosecuted criminally in the U.S., and one in eight say the offense is so serious violators should face
Poll finds what Muslims really think about Constitution, Shariah
Nearly half of 600 Muslim-American citizens polled who plan to vote in the 2012 presidential election believe parodies of Muhammad should be prosecuted criminally in the U.S., and one in eight say the offense is so serious violators should face
Survey exposes French anxieties over Islam
The role of Islam in France was once again under the spotlight on Thursday after right-wing daily Le Figaro published the results of an opinion poll that suggested 43 percent of French people believe the religion is a “threat” to
Survey exposes French anxieties over Islam
The role of Islam in France was once again under the spotlight on Thursday after right-wing daily Le Figaro published the results of an opinion poll that suggested 43 percent of French people believe the religion is a “threat” to
Most French see Islam too influential in society: poll
An increasing majority of people in France believe Islam plays too influential a role in their society and almost half see Muslims as a threat to their national identity, according to a poll published on Thursday. The survey by pollster
Most French see Islam too influential in society: poll
An increasing majority of people in France believe Islam plays too influential a role in their society and almost half see Muslims as a threat to their national identity, according to a poll published on Thursday. The survey by pollster
Most Republicans think west and Islam are in fundamental conflict, poll finds
An overwhelming majority of Republican voters in the United States regard the west and Islam as being embroiled in “a fundamental conflict which only one side can win”, according to new YouGov-Cambridge polling seen exclusively by the Guardian. …. Opinion
Most Republicans think west and Islam are in fundamental conflict, poll finds
An overwhelming majority of Republican voters in the United States regard the west and Islam as being embroiled in “a fundamental conflict which only one side can win”, according to new YouGov-Cambridge polling seen exclusively by the Guardian. …. Opinion
Voters more likely to back an anti-Muslim party than reject it – poll
…. In addition, 37% admitted that they would be more likely to support a political party that promised to reduce the number of Muslims in Britain and the presence of Islam in society, compared with 23% who said it would
Voters more likely to back an anti-Muslim party than reject it – poll
…. In addition, 37% admitted that they would be more likely to support a political party that promised to reduce the number of Muslims in Britain and the presence of Islam in society, compared with 23% who said it would
Has multiculturalism failed in the UK?
…. It also shows that only one fifth of Muslims would support a proposal of sharia law in Britain. Yes, critics may worry it is this high, and we can’t deny that some support for separatism does exist, but similarly
Has multiculturalism failed in the UK?
…. It also shows that only one fifth of Muslims would support a proposal of sharia law in Britain. Yes, critics may worry it is this high, and we can’t deny that some support for separatism does exist, but similarly
The World’s Muslims: Unity and Diversity
The survey, which involved more than 38,000 face-to-face interviews in over 80 languages, finds that in addition to the widespread conviction that there is only one God and that Muhammad is His Prophet, large percentages of Muslims around the world
The World’s Muslims: Unity and Diversity
The survey, which involved more than 38,000 face-to-face interviews in over 80 languages, finds that in addition to the widespread conviction that there is only one God and that Muhammad is His Prophet, large percentages of Muslims around the world
Muslims are well-integrated in Britain – but no one seems to believe it
In Britain today there is a mismatch between how non-Muslims often perceive Muslims and how Muslims typically perceive themselves. This disconnect is down to a tendency by non-Muslims to assume that Muslims struggle with their British identity and divided loyalties.
Muslims are well-integrated in Britain – but no one seems to believe it
In Britain today there is a mismatch between how non-Muslims often perceive Muslims and how Muslims typically perceive themselves. This disconnect is down to a tendency by non-Muslims to assume that Muslims struggle with their British identity and divided loyalties.
Women’s rights not blocked by religion in Arab world, claims survey
Religious views do not stand in opposition to women’s rights in the Arab world, says a survey of men and women from across the Middle East. The survey, conducted by the Gallup Center for Muslim Studies, shows that no correlation
Women’s rights not blocked by religion in Arab world, claims survey
Religious views do not stand in opposition to women’s rights in the Arab world, says a survey of men and women from across the Middle East. The survey, conducted by the Gallup Center for Muslim Studies, shows that no correlation
Arab Women and Men See Eye to Eye on Religion’s Role in Law
Many observers of the Arab uprisings are growing concerned about women’s rights as Islamist parties that generally favor a more assertive role for religion in public life gain influence across North Africa. Gallup surveys in five Arab countries found Arab
Arab Women and Men See Eye to Eye on Religion’s Role in Law
Many observers of the Arab uprisings are growing concerned about women’s rights as Islamist parties that generally favor a more assertive role for religion in public life gain influence across North Africa. Gallup surveys in five Arab countries found Arab
52% Of Canadians Distrust Muslims, According To Latest Poll
A new poll shows that more than half of all Canadians distrust Muslims. The nationwide survey indicates that as many as 52 percent of Canadians feel Muslims can be trusted “a little” or “not trusted at all.” The poll showed
52% Of Canadians Distrust Muslims, According To Latest Poll
A new poll shows that more than half of all Canadians distrust Muslims. The nationwide survey indicates that as many as 52 percent of Canadians feel Muslims can be trusted “a little” or “not trusted at all.” The poll showed
This is Why – Part 7
A continuous survey of causes of “Islamophobia”. It concentrates on news concerning Beliefs and Practices, Freedom of Speech, Religious Freedom, Integration or Multiculturalism, Organisations and Politics, Sharia, and Women and Islam. The “War on Terror”, Terrorism, the Israeli/Palestinian issue and
This is Why – Part 7
A continuous survey of causes of “Islamophobia”. It concentrates on news concerning Beliefs and Practices, Freedom of Speech, Religious Freedom, Integration or Multiculturalism, Organisations and Politics, Sharia, and Women and Islam. The “War on Terror”, Terrorism, the Israeli/Palestinian issue and
More than half of Canadians mistrust Muslims, poll says
More than half of all Canadians believe Muslims can’t be trusted and nearly as many believe discrimination against Muslims is “mainly their fault,” according to the results of a new national survey released ahead of Wednesday’s International Day for the
More than half of Canadians mistrust Muslims, poll says
More than half of all Canadians believe Muslims can’t be trusted and nearly as many believe discrimination against Muslims is “mainly their fault,” according to the results of a new national survey released ahead of Wednesday’s International Day for the
Islam Surveyed 