The word ‘Muslim’ has near to symbolise a thing beyond being Australian,a thing of chaotic violence. So is it any surprise Australians want to stop it?
I agree with the 49% of Australians who polled in favour to “stop Muslim immigration”? I agree. The “Muslim” threatens to waste an innocent and singular Australia. It may near as a surprise to those who know me. But, forced to be politically sensitive, or engaged,and ever conscious of my community’s troubles and affairs, I as a Muslim and as a committed critic of Australia’s pervasive racism, or for once concur with the white paranoid sentiment. Related: Progressives can attract Hanson supporters. But not by insulting them | Peter Lewis Related: We can’t build a progressive political agenda without tackling bigotry | Jeff Sparrow Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com