The coverage of Islam in the media is becoming more sophisticated, and there is more access to knowledge. Download Download Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Rotate quotes access coverage islam
When you write about a Muslim woman, like I did with my previous novels - 'Minaret', for example, which is about a woman who starts to wear the hijab - it sets all the alarm bells ringing. Leila Aboulela alarmbellhijab Change image and share on social
I write fiction that reflects Islamic logic: fictional worlds where cause and effect are governed by Muslim rationale. However, my characters do not necessarily behave as 'good' Muslims; they are not ideals or role models. Leila Aboulela behavecharactereffect share on social
I'm concerned that Islam has not just been politicised but that it's becoming an identity. This is like turning religion into a football match; it's a distraction from the real thing. Leila Aboulela concerndistractionfootball Change image and share on social
To make a coverage decision, doesn't one have to make a medical judgment? John Paul Stevens coveragedecisionjudgment Change image and share on social
I lead no party; I follow no leader. I have given the best part of my life to careful study of Islam, its law and polity, its culture, its history and its literature. Muhammad Iqbal carefulculturefollow Change image and share on social
I've conducted an experiment on my kids. Instead of denying them access to media, I've encouraged it. They read comic books, play Nintendo and watch way too much TV. Matt Groening accessbookcomic Change image and share on social