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Islamism in Britain: what is the threat?

September 15, 2026·23 min
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Though a growing share of the British population is anxious about Islam, they have no reason to be. Islamism, a fringe ideology that believes government and society should be guided by Islamic principles, is the real concern. America cracks down on multinationals’ efforts to shift profits overseas. And why corporate training videos are virtually useless.Guests and host:Sonny Loughran, Britain correspondentShera Avi-Yonah, US business correspondentAndrew Palmer, “Boss Class” host and Bartleby columnistRosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence”Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Islamism, Britain, IslamophobiaIRS, corporate tax, Coca-ColaCorporate training videosListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to The Economist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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