This presentation looks at how Muslims are portrayed in the news, media and public currently and discusses ways to proactively share stories and create a dialogue that highlights a positive, accurate image of Islam.
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Muslims can emphasize the core features of Islam, which are compassion and mercy. God’s two greatest names are Rahman (compassionate) and Raheem (merciful). Unfortunately, in the media, Muslims are depicted as having the opposite characteristics as Rahman and Raheem. They are depicted as cruel and violent. This is the challenge Muslims face and they must restore the true image of Islam in America today. They have the microphone. People are listening to them. This is what they should focus on, the enduring qualities of Islam as a world civilization and not be so defensive. They must be proud, confident, and take the true message of Islam to America-Dr. Akbar Ahmed, chair of Islamic Studies at American University in Washington, DC.