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The Holy Qur'an, Political Fire

By Baig, Naim Tahir

The Holy Qur'an, Political Fire Social Sciences

The Holy Qur'an, Political Fire

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Book DescriptionIn "The Holy Qur'an, Political Fire: The Extremism of Valentina Gomez," Dr. Naim Tahir Baig delivers a meticulously researched exposé on the rise of digital-age political extremism in America. Focusing on Valentina Gomez-a Colombian-American immigrant turned far-right provocateur-the book dissects how social media algorithms and the attention economy transform personal bigotry into viral political capital. From her inflammatory Quran-burning video that amassed millions of views to her orchestrated campaigns against LGBTQ+ communities and immigrants, Gomez's story serves as a stark warning about the fragility of democratic norms in an era of algorithmic amplification.Drawing on primary sources including Federal Election Commission records, FBI hate crime statistics, and interviews with affected communities, Baig explores the psychological and systemic factors enabling such extremism. He highlights Gomez's paradoxical journey: achieving the American Dream through education and corporate success, only to weaponize it against vulnerable minorities. The narrative extends beyond one individual, examining broader institutional failures-from inconsistent platform moderation to loopholes in campaign finance-that incentivize hate speech over substantive policy discourse.This compelling analysis argues for urgent reforms to safeguard pluralism, including enhanced algorithm transparency, civil rights enforcement, and doctrinal evolution in free speech jurisprudence. Essential reading for scholars, policymakers, and concerned citizens, the book underscores that addressing extremism requires confronting not just individual actors, but the structural vulnerabilities in our information ecosystem. Baig's work is a call to action, reminding us that democratic resilience demands vigilance against those who exploit freedom to undermine it.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
180
Release Date:
2025-08-29
Publication Date:
2025-08-29
Publisher:
Dr Naim Tahir Baig
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN13:
9798231101580
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
235 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
10 cm
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