Tuesday, March 29, 2005

Rise of the Moderates: Moderate Muslims are beginning to speak up against Osama Bin Laden and other Wahhabi fanatics. Islamic groups in Europe and the Middle East vocally disapprove of Al Qaeda's tactics and want to persuade others not to support the terrorist organizations.

The moderates still have a hefty task in front of them as many Muslims consider Bin Laden a type of folk hero, fighting back against the West. But as more people in the Middle East stand up to speak their minds, others are likely to turn away from extremism in favor of progress.