Rashida Tlaib And Ilhan Omar Joining Congress Is A Celebration For Muslim Women
"When we see those women in their seats on Capitol Hill, it feels like one of us is making decisions.”
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A Religious Leader Being Sued For “Grooming” A Follower Is Now Under Fire For Polygamy
BuzzFeed News has confirmed that the cleric was ousted from a second mosque for alleged bad behavior — but his current employer is sticking by him.
Two Girls Had Their Genitals Cut, But A Judge Dismissed Their Case — Here's Why
“It was a shock and it was heartbreaking, but I feel like sometimes when you have that negative reaction, it can energize people. We saw that with the Trump election.”
宗教指導者を告訴 イスラム教徒にも「#MeToo」運動の波
テキサス州の若い女性が、イマーム（イスラム教指導者）の性的暴行を警察に届け出て、裁判を起こした。彼女を知る人々は、イスラム教徒による「#MeToo」運動の始まりとして記念すべき瞬間だと述べる。
Here’s Why The FBI Report Didn’t Consider The Charlottesville Violence A Hate Crime
Blame it on everything from poorly trained cops to problems with a drop-down menu.
Hate Crimes Jumped 17% During Donald Trump’s First Year In Office, According To The FBI
“This is a historic increase, and it has to be recognized as such. It can’t be explained away by increased reporting.”
Rashida Tlaib And Ilhan Omar Are The First Muslim Women Elected To Congress
Tlaib, from Michigan, won earlier in the evening; Omar, from Minnesota, will be the first headscarf-wearing member of Congress.
He Counseled A Teen For Years, But She Says He Was Grooming Her For Sex
A young woman filed a lawsuit and a police report accusing a Texas imam of sexual misconduct. Those who know her say it’s a landmark moment for Muslims saying #MeToo.
For A Lot Of Muslim Republicans, Their Party's Over
Muslim voters in the GOP are wondering how, or whether, to cast ballots at a time of anti-Muslim rhetoric from politicians in their own party.
Sapelo Islanders Have Survived Persecution And Slavery. Can They Survive Tourism?
A federal lawsuit accuses the government of trying to drive the descendants of enslaved Muslims from the place they call home to make way for wealthy weekenders.
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Payoffs, Threats, And Secret Marriages: How An Accused Preacher Is Fighting To Save His Empire
Muslim preacher Nouman Ali Khan has been accused of manipulating his female followers into sham marriages and paying them off to keep his empire unscathed. One woman tells BuzzFeed News her story.
A Muslim Preacher's Texting Scandal Is Making Some Women Speak Out About Sexism
“The reality is, speaking out as a woman can cost you your reputation, your job opportunities,” said one woman who criticized Nouman Ali Khan — and says it speaks to a bigger problem in the community.
He Counseled A Teen For Years, But She Says He Was Grooming Her For Sex
A young woman filed a lawsuit and a police report accusing a Texas imam of sexual misconduct. Those who know her say it’s a landmark moment for Muslims saying #MeToo.
These Muslim Millionaires Want You To Think Of Philanthropy When You Think Of Islam
A small group of powerful US Muslims has been a silent force in philanthropy for years. But with Donald Trump in the White House, they can’t stay in the shadows any longer.
Sapelo Islanders Have Survived Persecution And Slavery. Can They Survive Tourism?
A federal lawsuit accuses the government of trying to drive the descendants of enslaved Muslims from the place they call home to make way for wealthy weekenders.
State And Local Republican Officials Have Been Bashing Muslims. We Counted.
A BuzzFeed News analysis found that Republican officials in 49 states have openly attacked Muslims with words and proposed legislation since 2015, and few have faced repercussions.
Suicide Is On The Rise In The US, And Muslims Aren’t Immune
It’s hard enough dealing with the suicide of a loved one, but for a lot of Muslim families, that’s just the beginning of the heartache.
Inside A Summer Camp Where Kids Figure Out How To Be "Muslim In America"
After the 9/11 attacks, the Muslim Youth Camp of California's leaders received a threat vowing to “come after the children with knives.” In the Trump era, their fears have only intensified.
It’s Pride. It’s Ramadan. And It Still Isn’t Easy To Be An LGBT Muslim
“People should see that there are Muslims who are also part of the LGBT community.”
These Survivors Of Female Genital Mutilation Refuse To Be Silenced
A growing number of Muslim women are harnessing this #MeToo moment to speak out against FGM. To do so, they’ve had to face off against sexist peers and anti-Islam zealots alike — and even one another.