Boris Johnson’s recent cabinet reshuffle, which prompted the resignation of Sajid Javid, should come as no surprise. Javid was dubbed a ‘chino’ – chancellor in name only – among Conservative…
Ready to Die: Extremism, Fatalism & the Streatham Attack
The recent Streatham attack differs from London Bridge for a few reasons, one of them being that it occurred in a relatively nondescript south London suburb, as opposed to a…
“You can fool all the people some of the time…”
“By time, Indeed, mankind is in loss, Except for those who believe, do good deeds and urge one another to the truth, and urge one another to steadfastness.”[1] The end…
Systematic Sexual Violence against Women & the Need for Decisive Action
As China continues human rights abuses against more than a million Uighur Muslims, it has become necessary to examine the country’s justification for such repression before addressing another, equally sinister,…
Usman Khan, Rehabilitation & Formers: Government Poster Boys and Prodigal Son narratives
Since 2006/7, governments and their associated agencies have eagerly embraced the idea of working with ‘formers’ – reformed extremists who had disengaged from previous extremist beliefs and rejected violence. Formers became…
A view from the inside: Brixton Mosque & shifting perceptions…
Initial publication[1] Not until the events of 7th July, has the British Muslim Convert community within the UK been under so much scrutiny, as being especially susceptible to extremist teachings…
“…a riot is the language of the unheard.” Exposing Big Brother
“…a riot is the language of the unheard.” [1] Most governments create or facilitate institutions that deliver social control strategies aimed at regulating societal behaviour within acceptable norms.[2] In other words,…
“A Man Who Stands For Nothing Will Fall For Anything” – Desolate leadership & the need for reform
“A Man Who Stands For Nothing Will Fall For Anything” [1] Boris Johnson’s recent appointment as prime minister is another reflection of the dire state of affairs across societies that have…
Islamophobia and its origins: Secularism & Islam
Definition of Islamophobia: the fear, hatred of, or prejudice against the Islamic religion or Muslims generally, especially when seen as a geopolitical force or the source of terrorism.[1] First use of the term was reportedly…
‘Jack the Lads?’ Or is there something we are choosing to ignore?
Click here to listen to podcast version Definition of ‘Jack the lad’: “A conspicuously self-assured, carefree and brash (young) man; a ‘chancer.’”[1] At this point in time, Boris Johnson appears…