Powrót European Muslims are stigmatised by populist rhetoric

[28/10/10 10:00] "European countries appear to face another crisis beyond budget deficits � the disintegration of human values. One symptom is the increasing expression of intolerance towards Muslims", says the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, Thomas Hammarberg, in his latest Human Rights Comment published today. The Swiss referendum banning the building of minarets was no exception: opinion polls in several European countries reflect fear, suspicion and negative opinions of Muslims and Islamic culture. (more)

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