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They Must Be Stopped

They Must Be Stopped

Why We Must Defeat Radical Islam and How We Can Do It
by Brigitte Gabriel 2008 288 pages
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Key Takeaways

1. The Global Threat of "Original Islam" and Western Misconceptions

Islamic terrorist attacks on innocent civilians is not an issue of the right or left. It cannot be classified as an American, British, French, Australian, Canadian, Iraqi, or Pakistani issue. It is an international issue and a problem affecting the basis of Western civilization.

An international problem. The author argues that Islamic terrorism is not a localized or political issue but a global threat stemming from a 7th-century ideology that seeks to impose itself worldwide. This "original Islam" has declared war on "infidels," threatening the safety and security of millions regardless of nationality or language. The modern world's interconnectedness means this threat impacts everyone, demanding billions in security and causing immeasurable inconvenience.

Misunderstanding the enemy. Westerners, rooted in Judeo-Christian values of love and tolerance, fundamentally misunderstand Islam's political and religious nature. They fail to grasp that Islam, as interpreted by its purists, drives hatred, intolerance, murder, and subjugation. This misperception leads to a dangerous underestimation of the enemy's resolve and the true implications of jihad.

Ignoring historical patterns. The West's initial response to terrorism, often failing to "connect the dots" between various attacks, changed dramatically after 9/11. However, even then, many leaders continued to dismiss the religious motivation, attributing attacks to poverty or political grievances. This denial, fueled by political correctness, paralyzes effective action and prevents a clear understanding of the enemy's stated goals.

2. Mohammed's Legacy: A Blueprint for Conquest

It was at this point that Mohammed and his men began to fight and win battles to spread Islam and begin 1,400 years of Islamic terrorism and domination.

The Hijra's significance. The author highlights Mohammed's relocation to Yathrib (Medina) in 622 A.D., known as the Hijra, as the turning point where Islam transformed from a religion into a political and military movement. This marked the beginning of a 1,400-year history of Islamic expansion through warfare, setting precedents for future generations of jihadists.

Warfare and subjugation. When Jews in Medina refused to accept Mohammed as a prophet, he declared war on them and Christians, initiating campaigns of terror, attacking, plundering, and enslaving. Key battles like Badr and Uhud, and treaties like Al-Hudaybiyah, established a modus operandi of:

  • Military jihad for political control.
  • Deception and temporary truces to build strength.
  • Slaughtering males and enslaving women and children.
  • Imposing "jizyah" (tribute tax) on "Dhimmis" (inferior non-Muslims).

Historical expansion. Following Mohammed's death, the caliphs continued this expansion, conquering vast territories from the Middle East into Africa and Europe. This rapid conquest, achieved through ruthless terrorism, reinforced the belief that Allah was on their side. The world was divided into "Dar Al Islam" (house of Islam) and "Dar Al Harb" (house of war), obligating Muslims to fight until Islam was victorious globally.

3. The 1979 Revolution: Rekindling Global Jihad

Since the Iranian revolution in 1979, Islamic fascism and worldwide Islamic terrorist acts have escalated to a level beyond anyone’s imagination.

Khomeini's catalyst. The 1979 Iranian Revolution, led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, is identified as the pivotal event that reignited radical Islamists' dream of a global caliphate. Khomeini, dubbed the "Father of Modern Jihad," reintroduced the mindset of committing atrocities for a political ideology rooted in fundamental religious beliefs, transforming Iran into a theocracy governed by Sharia law.

Escalation of terror. Khomeini's rise to power and his subsequent actions, such as the Iran hostage crisis and the use of child soldiers as human bombs during the Iran-Iraq war, set a precedent for modern suicide bombings. This inspired groups like the PLO, Hezbollah, and Hamas to adopt similar tactics, leading to a dramatic increase in Islamic terrorist attacks worldwide, far beyond previous levels.

Western missteps. The author criticizes the Carter administration for its naive support of Khomeini, which inadvertently empowered a regime that would declare America the "great Satan" and export terror. Similarly, America's clandestine support for the Taliban against the Soviets in Afghanistan inadvertently strengthened radical Islamists, leading to the birth of Al Qaeda and other terrorist groups.

4. Devout Muslims Follow the Koran's Violent Path

We are fighting devout Muslims who drink their Islam straight. No water, no ice, no nothing.

Uncompromising faith. The author asserts that so-called "radical Islamists" are simply devout Muslims who follow the Koran's instructions literally. They believe Islam is the superior religion, and all others must submit. Their motivations are not external factors like poverty or political grievances, but explicit commands within their holy texts to wage war against non-believers.

Koranic commands for violence. The book quotes numerous verses from the Koran and Hadith that explicitly call for fighting, killing, terrorizing, and subjugating non-Muslims. Examples include:

  • "When you clash with the unbelieving Infidels in battle, smite their necks..." (Koran 47:4)
  • "Fight and kill the disbelievers wherever you find them..." (Koran 9:5)
  • "Fight them until all opposition ends and all submit to Allah." (Koran 8:39)

Irrelevance of moderates. While acknowledging that most Muslims may be peaceful, the author argues that their moderation is "irrelevant" in the face of the determined minority who adhere to "pure Islam." These purists win debates because they can cite scripture, and their passion for martyrdom is unmatched, making them a formidable and unyielding enemy.

5. The Muslim Brotherhood's Covert "Project" for Western Takeover

The process of settlement [of Islam in the United States] is a “Civilization-Jihadist” process with all that the word means.

A hundred-year plan. The author reveals "The Project," a detailed, fourteen-page document found in Switzerland in 2001, outlining the Muslim Brotherhood's hundred-year plan to infiltrate and dominate the West. This plan, conceived by the world's oldest Islamic terrorist group, aims to establish an Islamic government and Sharia law globally, using methods beyond overt violence.

Key strategies of "The Project":

  • Deception (Taqiyya): Concealing true beliefs and using lies to advance Islam's cause.
  • Proselytization (Da'wa): Inviting non-Muslims to accept Islam, often in public schools.
  • Infiltration: Taking over existing Muslim organizations and involving committed Muslims in democratic institutions.
  • Financial networks: Establishing funding for conversion efforts and surveillance.
  • Incitement: Inflaming violence and hatred against Jews and non-Muslims.

Cultural jihad in America. The Muslim Brotherhood's American branch, "Ikhwan," explicitly states its goal is to "eliminat[e] and destroy the Western civilization from within and 'sabotaging' their miserable house." This "cultural jihad" manifests in various ways, from Sharia-compliant gym hours at Harvard to Muslim foot-washing benches in airports, and the indoctrination of juvenile delinquents and convicts in prisons.

6. Madrassas: Incubators of Hate in Education

Many of these schools are breeding grounds for jihad in America and are financed with American taxpayers’ money.

Indoctrination from an early age. The author warns that Islamic schools (madrassas) in the U.S. and abroad are actively indoctrinating children with an ideology of hate, violence, and intolerance towards non-Muslims. These schools, often privately funded but sometimes receiving taxpayer money, are seen as crucial in shaping the next generation of jihadists.

Examples of problematic curricula:

  • The Islamic Academy of Florida, linked to Palestinian Islamic Jihad, received taxpayer funds.
  • New Horizons School in California, awarded for excellence, uses a pledge of allegiance to "Allah and his Prophet."
  • Excelsior Elementary, a public school in California, teaches students to memorize Islamic prayers and adopt Muslim names.
  • Textbooks, often influenced by Islamic organizations, whitewash Islam's violent history and promote anti-Western narratives.

Saudi influence. Saudi Arabia, using its oil wealth, finances madrassas globally, including in the U.S., to spread its strict Wahhabi ideology. Saudi textbooks, distributed freely, contain explicit passages promoting hatred and violence against Christians, Jews, and Shiite Muslims, and even call for their murder.

7. The Caliphate Dream: One World Under Allah

We want to free all people from being slaves of men and make them slaves of Allah.

A unified Islamic state. The ultimate goal of radical Islamists is the re-establishment of a global Islamic caliphate, a Muslim imperial state ruled by a caliph under Sharia law, uniting all Muslims regardless of nationality. This vision, openly declared by groups like Hizb ut-Tahrir and leaders like bin Laden and Ahmadinejad, aims to abolish national boundaries and encompass over 1.5 billion people.

Historical and religious legitimacy. The concept of a caliphate holds immense historical and religious significance for Muslims, seen as Allah's ordained system of governance. Bin Laden attributes its past decline to Muslims' "divergence from Allah's course" and abandonment of jihad, emphasizing that it will be re-established "by pen and gun, by word and bullet."

Messianic fervor. Iranian President Ahmadinejad's obsession with the Mahdi, the twelfth imam whose return is believed to be triggered by an apocalypse, fuels concerns that he might use nuclear weapons to hasten this event. This messianic vision, combined with the historical precedent of Islamic conquest, motivates jihadists to fight relentlessly for global Islamic rule.

8. Europe's "Eurabia": A Cautionary Tale of Cultural Erosion

For forty years, Eurabia has built its networks, its finance, its hegemonous power, its totalitarian control over the media, the universities, the culture and the mind of the people.

Post-war policies and unintended consequences. After World War II, Europe's need for manpower and resources led to alliances with Mediterranean countries and the influx of "guest workers," primarily Muslims. European leaders, lacking understanding of Islamic culture, mistakenly believed common values would lead to assimilation. Instead, this created a "Eurabia" where Muslim communities grew rapidly due to high birth rates and continuous immigration.

Erosion of European identity. The author argues that Europe's accommodation of Islamic demands, driven by multiculturalism and political correctness, has led to a gradual erosion of its Judeo-Christian values, democracy, and freedoms. Examples include:

  • Hospitals accommodating religious demands over patient safety.
  • Sharia courts operating outside national legal systems.
  • Banks banning piggy banks to avoid offending Muslims.
  • Public officials suggesting Sharia law could be democratically introduced.

A breeding ground for radicalism. The self-segregation of Muslim communities in Europe creates "incubators for Islamist thought," allowing groups like the Muslim Brotherhood to establish vast networks of mosques and organizations. These groups, often funded by the Persian Gulf, actively work to extend Islamic law throughout Europe, exploiting Western liberalism to achieve their goals.

9. Subtle Infiltration: Cultural Jihad in the West

Make no mistake about it, terrorists, cleverly disguised behind the freedoms they enjoy, are living among us.

Exploiting open societies. The author contends that radical Islam has found fertile ground in the Western Hemisphere, particularly in the U.S. and Canada, due to welfare systems, democratic laws, and open societies. This allows Islamists to operate with minimal scrutiny, using legal frameworks to advance their agenda while plotting terrorist operations.

Infiltration on multiple fronts:

  • South America: Triple border regions (Paraguay, Brazil, Argentina) are identified as hideouts for Hezbollah and Hamas, raising funds through criminal enterprises and planning attacks.
  • Mexico: The U.S.-Mexico border is a conduit for "OTMs" (Other Than Mexican) from Iran, Syria, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Iraq, with drug cartels assisting in smuggling terrorists.
  • Canada: A "vast terrorist infrastructure" exists, with groups like Jamaat ul-Fuqra operating paramilitary training camps and serving as a conduit for terrorists into the U.S.

Cultural invasion in daily life. Beyond direct infiltration, a "cultural invasion" is underway. This includes:

  • U.S. companies catering to Muslim markets with halal products and Sharia-compliant services.
  • Universities extending invitations to figures like Iran's Ahmadinejad in the name of "open exchange."
  • Government agencies like the FBI conducting "Muslim Outreach Programs" and sensitivity training, potentially compromising national security.

10. Systemic Abuse: Islam's Treatment of Women and Minorities

What sets the Islamic world apart from the West is its so-called God-given teachings concerning the abuse and even murder of minorities and women.

Women as property. The author asserts that Islam's teachings, as found in the Koran and Hadith, dictate the oppressive treatment of women, likening them to "domestic animals" and sex objects. This includes:

  • Husbands' right to beat their wives (Koran 4:34).
  • Women being considered "unclean" and having deficient minds.
  • The practice of honor killings for perceived transgressions.
  • Child marriage (Mohammed married Aisha at age six, consummated at nine).
  • Female genital mutilation to control sexual drive.
  • Temporary "pleasure marriages" (m'uta) for men.
  • Rape victims being punished for "adultery."

Slavery and racism. Islam is presented as the catalyst for the institutionalization of slavery, with Mohammed himself owning slaves. The Koran and Hadith justify slavery, allowing Muslims to own slaves acquired through purchase or war. This has led to:

  • The historical enslavement of black Africans by Muslims for centuries.
  • The use of the Arabic word "abed" (slave/filth) for black people.
  • Modern-day slavery in Sudan and Mauritania, involving kidnapping, torture, and forced labor of black Africans.

Persecution of other faiths. Non-Muslims face systemic oppression and discrimination in Islamic countries. Christians (Copts) in Egypt face harassment, forced conversions, and the imposition of jizyah. Jews are considered "archenemies," leading to rising anti-Semitism in Europe from Muslim immigrants. Hindus have also faced mass slaughter and forced conversion by Islamic forces throughout history.

11. Tolerance as Weakness: A One-Way Street to Submission

The Islamic world is shameless in its demands for redress for these perceived grievances, and their boisterous and often deadly outbursts of anger are proving effective in making media, organizations, and governments kowtow and submit to their demands.

Exploiting Western values. The author argues that Islam's "tolerance" is a one-way street, demanding accommodation from the West while showing no respect for Western norms. This is exemplified by:

  • Violent global reactions to Danish cartoons perceived as insulting Mohammed.
  • Death threats against cartoonists and authors.
  • Demands for Sharia-compliant freedom of expression.
  • Interference by Islamic organizations (e.g., CAIR) in film productions and media to censor content.

Silencing dissent. Islamic organizations actively work to silence criticism of Islam, labeling critics as "Islamophobes" or "religious bigots." This intimidation campaign has led to:

  • Journalists being fired for criticizing Islam.
  • Professors being reprimanded for "politically incorrect" views.
  • The firing of Pentagon specialists on Islamic extremism for being "too hot."

Infiltration of power. Islamic activists are strategically placing themselves in positions of power within American government, military, and intelligence agencies. This allows them to influence policy, access classified information, and further their agenda from within, while simultaneously sympathizing with U.S. enemies.

12. The Civilian Imperative: Rise in Defense of Democracy

If Western civilization emerges victorious, it will be because a critical number of individuals decided to assume personal responsibility for ensuring the survival of our way of life.

A war for civilization. The author echoes President Bush's declaration that the West is waging "a war to save civilization itself." This is not merely a "war on terror" but a struggle against an ideology that employs terror as one of many tools. The stakes are the fundamental freedoms and principles unique to Western democracies: rule of law, equality, individual rights, and separation of church and state.

The power of organized citizens. To counter the relentless, tenacious, and determined enemy, civilians must become active participants. The author emphasizes that individual action is insufficient; organized grassroots efforts are essential. This involves:

  • Understanding the enemy: Accurately identifying Islamofascism and its tactics.
  • Recognizing strengths and weaknesses: Leveraging democratic strengths like the "marketplace of ideas" and addressing weaknesses like apathy and political correctness.
  • Organizing: Forming local groups (like ACT! for America) to educate, mobilize, and exert pressure on elected officials, educational institutions, and media.

Strategies for civilian action:

  • Contacting elected officials to voice opinions.
  • Reading books and periodicals to stay informed.
  • Monitoring local newspapers and universities for pro-Islamist bias.
  • Pushing for laws that define jihadist ideology as terrorism.
  • Fighting with economic power (e.g., boycotts, withholding donations).
  • Holding elected officials accountable through "congressional scorecards."

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