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Place Masséna Nice France

English-Language Media Blame France for Islamic Terrorism

Journalists play down the violence committed by Muslims and blame French secularism.

Nick OttensNick OttensNovember 1, 2020October 4, 2021
Emmanuel Macron

Criticism of Macron’s Islam Policy Is Over the Top

The French president hasn’t ordered a “crackdown” of Muslims.

Nick OttensNick OttensOctober 27, 2020November 12, 2021

Why There Is So Little Attention for the Islamic State’s Defeat

In part because the caliphate was never as big a threat as Republicans made it out to be.

Nick OttensNick OttensDecember 14, 2017November 30, 2021

Dark Side to Coalition’s Success Against Islamic State

The more the group is cornered in Iraq, the more of its sympathizers commit terrorist attacks in the West.

Avatar photoDean KlovensJune 13, 2017November 30, 2021

Trump Gave a Surprisingly Intelligent Speech to Muslim Leaders

The president rejects a war of civilizations and calls on Muslim leaders to address the challenges that breed terrorism.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 21, 2017November 27, 2021

Defeat in Mosul Will Not Eliminate the Islamic State

Pushing the Islamic State out of Mosul could bring more destruction to the capitals of Europe.

Avatar photoDean KlovensFebruary 6, 2017July 31, 2020
Angela Merkel

Germans Refuse to Panic After Berlin Terrorist Attack

Few blame Angela Merkel and her immigration policy for the terrorist attack in Berlin.

Nick OttensNick OttensDecember 30, 2016January 16, 2023
San Francisco Bay California

The World Is Much Better Off Than It Feels

By every objective measure, the world is becoming a better place. So why doesn’t it always feel that way?

Ryan BohlRyan BohlJuly 28, 2016December 2, 2021

Islam, Sex and Masculinity: What Motivated Omar Mateen?

It’s impossible to know what went on inside the killer’s head. But we can make a few educated guesses.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 17, 2016January 2, 2020

Staying Rational in the Wake of Orlando

Let’s not forget the Islamic State is in the process of being defeated and gay rights are making great strides.

Ryan BohlRyan BohlJune 15, 2016January 2, 2020
Barack Obama

While Trump Talks, Obama Routs Islamic State

The Republican huffs and puffs while the man he wants to succeed is actually killing the terrorists.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 15, 2016November 21, 2021

Looking for Solutions After the Orlando Shooting

Some will argue now is not the time for politics. But what’s the point if we don’t stop this from happening again?

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 13, 2016January 16, 2023
Saud bin Faisal Al Saud Barack Obama

Why Saudi Arabia Doesn’t Want 28 Pages Declassified

The Saudis would need to start holding people accountable if complicity in the 2001 attacks were revealed.

Ryan BohlRyan BohlApril 21, 2016November 21, 2021

Bombs Explode at Brussels Airport, Metro Station

Dozens are killed in explosions at Brussels Airport and a metro station in the city’s European Quarter.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 22, 2016December 29, 2019

Hamas Celebrates Stabbings, Shootings Across Israel

The Palestinian militant group celebrates a series of attacks that leave fourteen wounded and one dead.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 8, 2016December 1, 2021

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