I have read in the past many posts by “right of centre” commentators who have attacked Muslim bodies for not being critical enough of extremist terrorist attacks or public proclamations. Over the last few days I have searched the internet to find out what reactions have emerged as a result the recent bombing outrages, and to be honest, the complainers don’t have a case.
“Let us be absolutely clear, those who seek to deliberately kill or maim innocent people are enemies to us all. It is our Islamic duty not only to utterly and totally condemn such evil actions, but to provide all the necessary support to prevent such atrocities taking place”
DR MUHAMMAD ABDUL BARI, SECRETARY GENERAL, MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN
This type of sentiment is very common, and I don’t think you can get any more critical than that.
Of course, many Muslim organisations have not been as vocal in their condemnation. There have been no constructive proclamations from the Muslim Association of Britain, The Muslim Public Affairs Committee UK and Hizb ut Tahrir. However, I am reminded of a man who for thirty five years as head of a large political and religious organisation refused to condemn sectarian killings in Northern Ireland, who now heads his own national government and sits in the House of Commons, regarded by many as an “elder statesman”. Critics of Muslim organisations should look no further than Ian Paisley and then reflect on their own views. We in this country also have a history of being less than vocal when it comes to terrorist condemnation, but with effort, understanding and negotiation, the bringing together of radically opposing stand points in a successful and peaceful process can be achieved.
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