By Arif Kabir
Ever since September 11, 2001, life has drastically changed for every American Muslim youth as they found their religion under attack from every direction. As a result, many of them became stronger Muslims as they began to study Islam further so that they may reclaim their identity. The Washington Post acknowledged this with their recent article, discussing the issues that face Muslim youth after almost a decade since 9/11.
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The following is an excerpt from the article:
Many had just entered high school in the days after the Sept. 11 attacks and now, eight years later, they are leaving college and choosing their path in life. Young Muslims in the Washington area are part of a generation that appears markedly different from their parents in career choices, assimilation and views of their religion. Continue reading ‘Seeking a Way Between Two Worlds’
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