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World — June 26, 2016   

Muslim CIA Analyst Offers Unique Perspective

Original article by Yaya J. Fanusie published in the Vox on 06/22/2016

In this op-ed for mic, Yaya J. Fanusie writes about his personal history and attitudes as a Muslim CIA analyst. Here are some highlights from the piece:

“Muslims and non-Muslims might be surprised that the intelligence community has other converts — both African American and white — and Muslims of South Asian, Arab, African, and Persian descent. We varied in our levels of religious observance. Some prayed five times a day. Others might rarely set foot in a mosque. But we all had unique stories that could broaden how the public sees the US counterterrorism fight.”

“For me, fighting terrorism is an act of faith. There are Muslims like myself who believe not just that we must denounce terrorists but that stopping them is an honorable act of faith. The practice of Islam encourages cultivating Salaam inwardly and outwardly. This term means more than peace. It denotes establishing security and safety.”

“Muslim Americans should be at the forefront of establishing the security of their neighbors…. Muslims should counter them on two overlooked fronts: by engaging in necessary counterterrorism work as active participants and by cultivating a Muslim pop culture that makes such work relatable and honorable.”

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