Publication Date:
Sun, 2011-07-03 20:32
The extraordinary movements sweeping the Middle East have unleashed deep desires for genuine democracy, for accountable and transparent governance, for modern institutions that respect religion while providing a framework of tolerance, equality, freedom and justice. Can these ideals be realized?
Imam Abdul Rauf will explore the current volatile situation in the Arab world, grappling with such questions as: Can new governments implement genuine democratic transitions in which institutional mechanisms prevent takeovers by extremists? Is the separation of religion and the state possible in the Middle East? What role will Islam play in shaping new societies in the Middle East? A lively Q&A session will follow the talk.
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