280. TNE TALKS: Islamic Teachings and Contemporary Issues with Qasim Rashid

Summary

Today’s guest, Qasim Rashid, explores with Tim the impact of 9/11 on the Muslim community, the misrepresentation of Islam in the media, the role of human rights lawyers, the current situation of immigration in America, the impact of climate change on immigration, and the intersection of faith and social justice.

Takeaways

• Qasim Rashid's journey from Pakistan to the US and his work as a human rights lawyer
• The impact of 9/11 on the Muslim community and the misrepresentation of Islam in the media
• The role of human rights lawyers in advocating for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, religious freedom, and civil rights
• The current situation of immigration in America and the impact of climate change on immigration
• The intersection of faith and social justice, and the ethical considerations driven by faith
• The influence of white supremacy and the political landscape in the context of social justice and advocacy
• The life of Prophet Muhammad serves as an example of how to apply faith to contemporary challenges and lead by example.
• Worship is for self-improvement, while service to humanity is an obligation and responsibility for which individuals will be held accountable.

Chapters

00:00 Journey of a Human Rights Lawyer

07:15 Impact of 9/11 and Media Misrepresentation

10:09 Advocacy and Intersection of Faith

22:27 Ethical Considerations and Political Landscape

59:16 Leading with Compassion and Justice

Qasim's Substack:

qasimrashid.substack.com

Qasim's Linktree

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