imrs.wdp

So here’s the thing, how you prevent Islamic radicalization, if according to these people you aren’t even supposed to mention that’s what it is?

Via WaPo:

The FBI has designed a game-style Web site about extremism meant to be used by teachers and students to spot and prevent radicalization of youth, say Muslim and Arab advocacy groups who were briefed by the agency on the program and fear it will foment discrimination against Muslims.

Some members of the handful of groups said the program, which they believe to be the first aimed at the nation’s schools, frames violent extremism heavily through the lens of Islam and that they had complained strongly. The groups include those who work and communicate regularly with law enforcement and the government on the topic of radicalization, including the Muslim Public Affairs Council and the Arab-American Anti-Discrimination Committee.

The Web site, called “Don’t Be A Puppet,” was scheduled to be live Monday but was put temporarily on hold in the last few days.

The FBI declined to confirm details of the program or why it was put on hold or when it is expected to go live. After initially declining comment altogether, the agency Sunday night issued a statement.

Keep reading…

42 Shares