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Author: Dr Ameer Ali

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Colombo, Culture, Gender, Human Rights, justice, Politics and Governance

Mullahs and Muslim MPs Masculinize MMDA

“… since the Prophet was a human being who, unlike God, is subject to mundane historical processes, his legacy cannot exist outside the context of human mediation and human authorial process. The…

Dr Ameer Ali Dr Ameer Ali on 07/31/2023
Colombo, Corruption, Politics and Governance, Religion and faith

Religion as a Business and the Heart of Corruption

There is a roaring Hajj business in Sri Lanka. As a friend of mine commented, no business is as good as the religious business. The Hajj committee, whose members are appointed on…

Dr Ameer Ali Dr Ameer Ali on 06/21/2023
Colombo, Culture, Music, Religion and faith

Disappearing Music Traditions of Muslims

In a brilliant and much needed documentary directed by Nadya Perera, one of the fast dying heritages of Sri Lankan Muslims, namely their musical traditions, has been brought to light. The Muslim…

Dr Ameer Ali Dr Ameer Ali on 04/20/202304/24/2023
International, International Relations

US-Saudi Relations: A Diabolical Rendezvous

By turning a blind eye to the brutal murder of Saudi journalist, Jamal Khashoggi, in the name of making ‘America Great Again’, President Donald Trump has sacrificed justice for power and profit;…

Dr Ameer Ali Dr Ameer Ali on 11/30/2018

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