Islam - Not Guilty No Way

New ventures and adventures

Aug 30, 2016 | America, Islam, Religion, Women |

In case you hadn’t heard, last week I started a Political Action Committee called American Muslim Women. The name was easy – I wanted to make sure that everyone knew we were Americans first and foremost. That’s the initial requirement. This group is...

The murder of Qandeel Baloch.

Jul 18, 2016 | Afghanistan, Islam, Religion, Women | 1 comment

Maajid Nawaz wrote a wonderful piece about Qandeel Baloch, the social media sensation of Pakistan. His article is powerful, moving, and rational all at the same time. This is a tough thing to do when writing about things that are as politically and emotionally charged...

Must I say killing is wrong every time someone is killed?

Jul 3, 2016 | Afghanistan, Death Penalty, Islam, Religion, Terrorism, War |

I am going to tell you something that is not a secret. If you know me, if you’ve read this blog, you’ll know, but I will say it again because some of you seem to need reassuring from me and my kind: Killing is wrong. This is a rule that has exceptions. If...