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anti-Islamic rhetoric
Coverage of anti-Islamic rhetoric in the Nexus archive.
- ‘It definitely trickles down’: Muslims in Texas suffer effects of Republicans’ hate speech
Muslims in Texas are experiencing the effects of anti-Muslim rhetoric, with threats and harassment becoming common. Examples include a Qur’an being burned at the University of Houston and verbal attacks on individuals wearing traditional garments.
- Anti-Islam candidate loses mayor’s race in Texas city torn over immigration
An anti-Islam candidate lost the mayoral race in Frisco, Texas, which was viewed as a rejection of anti-Islamic rhetoric among the state GOP. The election occurred in a city divided over immigration issues.