❖ Persistent Negative Propaganda in Western and American Societies
In Western and American societies, a continuous stream of negative propaganda is being carried out against Muslims. The primary aim of this propaganda is to associate Islam and Muslims with terrorism. As a consequence, it becomes inevitable that extremist Christians, Jews, liberals, and atheists develop intensified hostility toward Muslims.
❖ Nature of the Propaganda and Its Impact
Whether this propaganda manifests as sectarianism in a local Pakistani mosque or through advanced techniques in Western media, both forms lead to dangerous outcomes.
Western media plays a role in spreading hatred against Muslims that is comparable to sectarian mosques inciting hostility for their own agendas.
In both cases, the opposing group is viewed as inherently wrong, and hatred and violence are openly encouraged.
❖ Terrorism in the Name of Religion and Freedom
Religious extremists commit atrocities in the name of religion, while secular liberals commit oppression in the name of “freedom, justice, and democracy.”
Such hatred only deepens social divisions and entrenches prejudice.
Ignoring the role of Western media in spreading hatred, merely on the pretext that these are “developed societies,” is neither justified nor reasonable.
❖ Violence Against Minorities
Violence against minorities in so-called developed nations is as condemnable as any bloodshed committed in the name of religious extremism.
Whether innocent people are murdered by a religious extremist or by someone who champions liberal ideologies, both acts are equally reprehensible.
❖ Atheism and Liberal Thought
In societies like the United States and Britain, many atheists have emerged as a reaction to religious extremism.
These individuals remain oblivious to the contradictions of capitalism and the atrocities it inflicts upon humanity.
They tend to associate all forms of terrorism with religion, while in truth, terrorism often arises from the contradictions within the social, political, and economic systems.
They believe that the eradication of religion would solve all global issues, ignoring the fact that terrorism is not merely a product of ideology, but a symptom of systemic injustice.
❖ Ideological Identity and Transformation
Ideological identity is not fixed; it changes in accordance with economic, social, and political conditions.
Ruling elites manipulate public consciousness to serve their interests and prevent alignment with transformative change.
In the West and America, the creation of an atmosphere of fear and suspicion against Muslims serves the continuation of imperialist interests.
❖ Imperialist Conspiracy Against Muslims
Harassing and demonizing Muslims has become an inherent necessity of the modern imperialist system.
This results in the obfuscation of class consciousness, and individuals become consumed with the search for identity, which in turn becomes the basis for further targeted attacks against them.
❖ Importance of Class Consciousness
Until the masses become aware of true class-based divisions, the imperialist system will continue to tighten its grip.
Class consciousness is the only force that can liberate societies from all artificial divisions and confront the roots of systemic oppression.
