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Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly  Shariah Controversy

The debate over banning US courts from considering Islamic law in their decision-making. Details

 

Program: Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly

Episode: Shariah Controversy

"It targets one community, one faith," says Naeem Baig of proposed legislation to ban US state courts from considering shariah. "It is to create this fear of Islam and Muslims in the larger society."

Duration: (9:59)
Premiere Date: 08/03/2012
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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