Some thoughts on political identities of Muslims living in the West...write-up will follow.
Is there a political identity that's relevant to British/American Muslims?
Can we shape our own internal political identity, addressing local needs and issues, whilst standing firm on our principles (proactive approach)?
Do we have a political identity shaped by external influences, i.e. wilayatul faqih, Najaf school, etc (passive approach)?
Are we forced to accept an identity shaped by internal marginalisation and discrimination (reactive approach)?
Do we have to settle for