PBD Podcast Maajid Nawaz RANTS on Biden Supporting Neo-Nazism | PBD Podcast | Ep. 262 | Part 1
Apr 27, 2023
Maajid Nawaz, the founding chairman of the Quilliam Foundation, opens up about his journey from being a radicalized Muslim to a fierce critic of extremism. He passionately discusses Biden's controversial support for neo-Nazism and the implications of Western foreign policy that fuels extremism. Nafaz explores recruitment tactics used by jihadist groups and the psychological manipulation that drives individuals toward radical ideologies. He also reflects on his experiences with neo-Nazis and shares insights on the swift spread of Islam, emphasizing the moral complexities of current global politics.
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Radicalization and Imprisonment
- Maajid Nawaz recounts his experience joining Hizb al-Tahrir at 16 after facing racist attacks.
- He rose in the ranks, aiming to create a global theocracy, and was imprisoned in Egypt for his ideology.
Ideological University in Prison
- Egyptian prison became an ideological university for Nawaz, housing diverse figures like jihadists, liberals, and religious converts.
- Discussions and debates shaped his thinking and eventually led him to abandon his extremist ideology.
Terrorist Groups as Proxies
- Nawaz claims terrorist groups are weaponized by intelligence agencies as proxies in global conflicts.
- He highlights Shamima Begum's case, suggesting her involvement with ISIS was facilitated by Canadian intelligence.
