The human family is a great one, and the Muslim branch is certainly worth knowing.

Corruption is rife in the Muslim world, and when it is coupled with the marginalization of religion, it manifests itself as frustration and becomes a fertile recruiting ground for extremism.

To be aware of others' accomplishments and the indebtedness we have to so many people is to appreciate and begin to respect all members of the human family.

All peoples have contributed to the overall progress and enhancement of human life.

Many people in the West do not realise how oppressive some Muslim states are - both for men and for women. This is a cultural issue, not an Islamic one.

Muslims are not ashamed of their Prophet's teaching about war. On the contrary, for us it is a great source of pride.