Political Cartoons in Europe | Muslim American Society Press Briefing

Muslim religious leaders speak to reporters about events surrounding the circulation of political cartoons in Europe depicting the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

The original publication in a Danish newspaper and subsequent republication by papers in other countries following initial public outcry had led to sectarian violence and protest against the West is several Islamic countries. Following their remarks, they answer questions from reporters and the audience.

In this recording, we hear from Deedra Abboud (Executive Director Muslim American Society (MAS) in Arizona, Mahdi Bray (Executive Director of the Freedom Foundation in Muslim American Society), Robert Maddox (Executive Director of Americans United for Separation of Church and State), Esam Omeish (President of the Muslim American Society (MAS), Don Parker (Spokesman for the Interfaith Alliance), and Ahmed Younis (National Director at the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC).

This discussion was hosted by the National Press Club and the Muslim American Society (MAS). It was broadcast on C-Span on February 6, 2006.

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