In this timely and fast-paced conversation with Haris Tarin, Director of MPAC’s Washington, DC, office, Dr. Maher Hathout examines the role of Islamic political parties in the aftermath of the Arab Spring. As they move from being opposition parties to government leadership, how will Islamic political parties from Tunisia to Egypt and beyond impact […]
Islam & Authority: Where do we draw the line?
With the unfolding events in the middle east, it often feels like Islam is the problem not the solution. Dr. Maher Hathout and StraightTalk producer Maha Awad discuss the abuses of power and authority in the name of Islam, past and present. They also talk about how these actions across the globe affect us as […]
Engagement, Elections and Pot Roast
Youth organizer Soha Yassine and Dr. Maher Hathout tackle several pressing concerns facing young American Muslims, ranging from participating in the political process, the difference between courage & criticism, critical thinking in Islam, the only effective model for change, and the battle against despair. And yes, Dr. Hathout speaks of the relationship between cooking pot […]
