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Khaled Abou El Fadl, Richard J. Mouw, and Yossi Klein Halevi — The Power of Fundamentalism (Aug 19, 2004)

On Being with Krista Tippett

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The Allure of Belonging: Understanding Fundamentalism

This chapter explores the psychological and social factors that drive youth towards fundamentalist ideologies, particularly in the Islamic context, through personal narratives and cultural insights. It emphasizes the complex nature of Islamic fundamentalism, distinguishing between its non-violent expressions and militant interpretations, while examining the impact of socio-political changes on young individuals' susceptibility to extremist beliefs.

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