This book seeks to tell the life stories of the innocent men and women who have been needlessly swept up in the “war on terror.†As we approach the ten-year anniversary of 9/11; this collection of narratives gives voice to the people who have had their human rights violated here in the U.S. by post-9/11 policies and actions. Among the narrators:Young men of Arab; Muslim; South Asian; and Middle Eastern descent; who were arrested and detained or singled out for voluntary interviews because of their national origin or religion.Scholars who have been blacklisted or subjected to interrogation for their research or writings on Islam and related topics.Muslim women who have suffered from job discrimination; harassment; and assault for wearing a veil or similar head covering.
#990345 in Books Canton Street Press 2013-03-13Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.50 x 6.50 x 1.25l; 1.60 #File Name: 1934044296432 pages
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Interesting accountBy F. KalesnikInteresting for the author's depiction of how unprepared for war the U.S. was; and how amateurish the initial military efforts were. Particularly strong for it's detailed analysis of the Japanese soldier and his equipment.6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Shots Fired in Anger John B. GeorgeBy John FlyntzI had this book years ago;but lost it. It is the best real life history of the Army at Gaudalcanal. There is also detailed description of the Japanese Army of that year and its weapons; all obsolete. A must read for military history buffs.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. I knew what I was getting as I had a ...By Edward HeathwaiteI knew what I was getting as I had a borrowed copy that went back to it's owner and needed one of my own
