British newspaper The Jewish Chronicle has published a highly controversial article written by right-wing journalist Melanie Phillips. According to Phillips, “The taunt of Islamophobia is used to silence any criticism of the Islamic world, including Islamic extremism.” (1) The Board of Deputies of British Jews said that the publication of the article was an error (2):
“Anti-Muslim prejudice is very real and it is on the rise. Our community must stand as allies to all facing racism.”
References:
1) “Don’t fall for bogus claims of ‘Islamophobia'” The Jewish Chronicle 16.12.2019
https://www.thejc.com/comment/columnists/don-t-fall-for-bogus-claims-of-islamophobia-1.494367
2) “‘Islamophobia a bogus label’: Jewish Chronicle under fire over article” The Guardian 17.12.2019
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