We need to turn off the TV and study the problems and possibilities confronting us, and begin debating what to do about them. If we all fail to understand the causes of this hate, this will only exacerbate and replicate the threatening conditions that not afflict us.
This conference has been organised to foster understanding and to analyse the situational crisis that the worlds is currently engulfed within. It questions the thesis of a clash of civilisation and attempts to understand some of the basis for Islamic fundamentalism.
Speakers include, George Galloway, Zaid Shakir (US)Salma Yaqqob (Stop the War coalition) and others. There will be an exclusive video message from George Monbiot, who will address this conference via video message. We are still waiting to see if Tony Benn can confirm.
Details follow:
Event: The Empire & the Crescent: A Conference examining the Implications for a New American Century.
Saturday 6th September, 6:00pm.
The Rex Centre, Coventry Road, Bham, Small Heath
Speakers:Zaid Shakir (US) George Galloway (MP) Mark Curtis (Author) Salma Yaqoob (Bham Stop the War Coalition) and others.
Special Video Message for the audience from George Monbiot
This event has been organized to launch Amal Press’ new publication: The Empire & the Crescent: Global Implications for a New American Century
(Contributors include: John L. Esposito, Edward Sherman, Zaid, Anthony Arnove and others)
Visit: http://www.amalpress.com for a list of reviews the book has currently received.
Tickets cost £2 and can only be purchased at the door.
Doors open at 5:15pm
Further Details: http://www.amalpress.com
Tel: 07989 521 295 or, 07990 503 228