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...always synonymous with integration. As last month's attempted bombings in London and Glasgow suggest, radicalization is as likely to occur among doctors as among laborers. That's why an education-to-integration policy will not be the panacea for "Islamic" terrorism. There is a need, too, for British society to become more porous. This process is not about patronizing Muslims or press-ganging them into civic participation. It is about greater tolerance, respect and understanding - and it requires Britain to be more educated about Muslim values and beliefs. Too often, Muslim sentiments are misunderstood or regarded with contempt, intensifying...
...These inward-facing segments of the Muslim community are often viewed with disquiet as potential hotbeds of radicalization. The starting point for addressing such concerns is education - to instill among these Muslims a sense of their place within (not outside) British society. They should be given every opportunity to learn English, to acquire knowledge about Britain and to participate in community-led initiatives. Such measures will provide for greater interaction between Muslims and the rest of British society. That interaction will eventually lead to integration, which will diminish the likelihood of radicalization...
...Equally key, the Muslim community must be encouraged to use the democratic process?and must do so. The "justification" for previous incidents of terrorism has included British foreign policy. The message to and within the Muslim community must be clear: the way to object to this policy is not by picking up arms and joining the death cult of suicide bombings. The way to object is by raising one's voice and joining the democratic dialogue. In addition to winning the battle for hearts and minds, Brown will need to legislate for effective antiterrorism measures that are compatible with...
...education, respect, democratic participation and measured legislation are just part of the equation. There is also a pressing need, presently unfulfilled, for focused and representative Muslim leadership - for leaders who can represent those who see no contradiction, no puzzle, in being thoroughly Muslim and thoroughly British at the same time...
...Rolls-Royce diesel engine, nearly the size of a Smart car, sits on a support stand. Probably built about 15 years ago to power a British military fighting vehicle, it has run out of life. Within two days, it will be completely dismantled by a two-person crew, and each piece - every bolt, nut, spring and valve - will be vetted to see which ones are salvageable. Most will pass the test: 95% will be cleaned or otherwise refurbished. Then, with a handful of new parts added to the mix, the engine will be reassembled. After it's passed strict tests...