Bridge Initiative Team, Author at Bridge Initiative

11 Jan 2019

The Clarion Project Has a “Preventing Violent Extremism” Program

On December 18, 2018, the Clarion Project, an organization with a long history of promoting anti-Muslim misinformation and conspiracy theories, published an article titled, “PVE vs CVE — What’s the Difference?” The piece, authored by... read the complete article

Factsheet

07 Jan 2019

Factsheet: UKIP

UKIP is an anti-immigration political party that spearheaded the “Yes” side of the Brexit vote in the United Kingdom. The party’s policies include calls for Muslim-only prisons, a burqa ban, and special security screening for Muslim would-be immigrants. The current party leader, Gerard Batten, has called Islam a “death cult,” defended Tommy Robinson, and has welcomed far-right personalities into the party. read the complete article

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07 Jan 2019

Factsheet: Secure America Now

Secure America Now is a privately funded non-profit organization that employs fear-mongering ads to advocate policies which include dismantling the Iran nuclear deal, and designating the Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organization. Its funders include billionaire Trump donor Robert Mercer, and the president of the World Jewish Congress, Ronald S. Lauder. read the complete article

External Articles

07 Jan 2019

Report from Charles Sturt University: “Islamophobia in Australia”

The Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation at Charles Sturt University has released its latest report, “Islamophobia in Australia.” The report captures and critically analyses data collected by the Islamophobia Register of Australia reflecting Australian... read the complete article

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05 Dec 2018 | Terms/Tropes

Factsheet: Sharia

Often portrayed as a monolithic and medieval system of Islamic law, sharia has been used by anti-Muslim groups and politicians to argue against First Amendment protections for Americans who are Muslim. Critics express concerns that anti-sharia campaigns contribute to Islamophobia and infringe on American Muslims’ right to religious freedom. read the complete article

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05 Dec 2018 | Individuals

Factsheet: Walid Phares

A media commentator with affiliations to anti-Muslim groups, Walid Phares has advised the Trump administration on foreign policy. read the complete article

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05 Dec 2018 | Individuals

Factsheet: Rudy Giuliani

Rudy Giuliani admitted to working with Donald Trump to make his proposed ban on Muslims legal. As mayor of New York City, Rudy Giuliani employed undercover agents to spy on mosques and continues to support practices of profiling and surveillance of Muslims. read the complete article

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05 Dec 2018 | Individuals

Factsheet: Robert Spencer

Though less well-known than his colleague, Pamela Geller, Robert Spencer heads anti-Muslim organizations and is one of the leading writers who claims Islam promotes violence. Trump administration strategist Steve Bannon considers him an expert on Islam. read the complete article

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05 Dec 2018 | Individuals

Factsheet: Pamela Geller

Geller is one of the leading activists and bloggers who claims Islam is a threat to the West. Trump administration strategist Steve Bannon considers her a “leading expert” on Islam. read the complete article

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05 Dec 2018 | Organizations

Factsheet: Organizations addressing Islamophobia

Amid increased anti-Muslim hate crimes and the implementation of policies that target Muslims, legal defense groups along with advocacy organizations serve as resources and advocates on behalf of those affected. read the complete article