PETALING JAYA, June 21 What do old photographs have to do with modern day stereotypes? Social scientist Assoc Prof Maznah Mohamad said the connection might be a lot stronger.
In Malaysia's current political climate, it is no longer possible to distinguish Islamic radicals from Islamic moderates. Despite official boasting about the country's diverse population and commitment to pluralism, Islam and the government have essentially merged, writes Maznah Mohamad