The United States, once a symbol of democracy, faces a gradual descent into authoritarianism, echoing historical patterns of repressive regimes. Naomi Wolf’s warnings about the erosion of democratic principles serve as a cautionary tale for other nations. Vigilance and action are crucial to resist these trends and protect liberty and justice.
If I told you that my Syrian husband was abusive, to the average Westerner, their first response would be: “Well, he’s Syrian. That’s how they are. It’s cultural.” But if I made the same confession to the average Middle Eastern person, particularly to a woman, they would immediately start telling me about what rights I have, not just under the prevailing laws of the country that I live in, but also, many of them would more confidently and more emphatically tell me about my rights according to Islam. Which are plentiful, by the way.
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