If Islam is no longer a religion but a political ideology, why shouldn't it be subjected to the same treatment, including criticism, as any other political ideology, and, if it poses a present and clear danger, face outright suppression? (Amir Taheri)

If Islam is no longer a religion but a political ideology, why shouldn't it be subjected to the same treatment, including criticism, as any other political ideology, and, if it poses a present and clear danger, face outright suppression?

Amir Taheri

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