Being Muslim in the US

In the second episode of Centre Stage, Dr. Dalia Fahmy discusses what it is like to be a Muslim in the US. What form of discrimination are Muslims facing? How is Islamophobia being used for political gain? And is there a role for Muslims to play in combating islamophobia? In this episode: Guest: Dr. Dalia Fahmy (@DaliaFFahmy) is an associate professor of political science at Long Island University. She is well-published on the effects of Islamophobia on US foreign policy and American identity in politics. She is also a prominent personality speaking out against prejudice and islamophobia in the US and beyond. Host: Sami Zeidan (@SamiZeidan) is a principal presenter at Al Jazeera English. This episode is produced in partnership with the Islam and Muslims Initiative, an international platform that connects Muslims and non-Muslims in the realms of religion, politics, business, media, academia, and civil society.  Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook