Title: Islamic Fundamentalism: What the Strategic Leader Needs to Know.
Abstract: Abstract : This paper provides an overview for strategic leaders concerning the religion of Islam, fundamentalism, and varying views of this religion. The importance of understanding this religion for strategic leaders is clear: it is the essence of the very lives of one-fifth of the world's population and is a predominant influence in many world areas that involve the strategic interests of the United States. The purpose of this paper is to provide answers to the following five questions which should interest strategic leaders: (1) What is the history of Islam? (2) What are the beliefs of Islam and Islamic fundamentalism? (3) What is the reason for the staggering growth of Islamic fundamentalism? (4) Is Islam or Islamic fundamentalism a threat to world order? (5) Does the United States promote democracy when dealing with Islam? Finally, this paper presents conclusions and recommendations concerning U.S. policy and perceptions regarding Islam and Islamic fundamentalism.
Publication Year: 1997
Publication Date: 1997-03-16
Language: en
Type: report
Indexed In: ['crossref']
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