Shireen T. Hunter is director of the Islam Program at CSIS. Huma Malik is deputy director of the Islam Program at CSIS.
These state-of-the-art essays represent a major advance in the
conversation on Islam and human rights. With an innovative blend of
historical, conceptual, and geopolitical perspectives, Islam and
Human Rights claims a distinct place for itself by its
well-integrated coverage of relevant issues. . . . Invaluable to
scholars and policymakers.
*Peter Mandaville, Director, Center for Global Studies, George
Mason University*
The distinguished authors dispassionately analyse an emotive
subject and offer a constructive guide to how Muslims themselves
can advance a progressive agenda and the United States can
reconcile its interests and ideals. . . . Speaks thoughtfully to
the concerns of policymakers, journalists, and the informed
public.
*James Piscatori, Fellow, Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies*
. . . one of the timeliest books to come along since September 11.
Bringing together the most important scholars in the field, it
convincingly demonstrates that progress in dealing with U.S.-Muslim
relations, democratization, and terrorism requires consistency in
promoting human rights.
*Tamara Sonn, Professor of Humanities, College of William &
Mary*
This concise and timely book offers some of the most insightful
analyses and policy recommendations concerning the present state of
tension between the United States and the Muslim world. . . . Must
reading for human rights advocates.
*Nayereh Tohidi, Research Associate, UCLA Center for Near Eastern
Studies*
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