Why Are Muslims Scapegoating Salafism for ISIS’s Crimes?

Socially and politically oppressed communities are often scapegoated and, in return, scapegoat otherss. This is particularly rife in the Muslim community today, especially as it relates to Salafism.

by Shadee Elmasry

Communities that are socially and politically oppressed are often scapegoated and, in return, scapegoat other groups. Trying to challenge the accusations against it, a victimized community may volley unwarranted blame, like a hot potato, onto another vulnerable community. This typically involves blaming other social, political, or relig…