Naeem Mohaiemen Reflects on Post-9/11 Islamophobia and South Asian Activism

Naeem Mohaiemen, a professor at Columbia University, shared his thoughts in an opinion article about the activism within the South Asian community since 9/11, marking 25 years since the event. He reflects on how Mahmood Mamdani's 2004 book, Good Muslim, Bad Muslim, resonated with him after the attacks, emphasizing the misguided belief that civility could counteract Islamophobia. He adds, "Thankfully, Mamdani's son, Zohran, had other ideas." Additionally, the newsletter highlights the discontinuation of the graduate Photography program at the School of Visual Arts due to financial issues, the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt's return to Scotland following Ally Van Tillo's passing on August 30, and the Brooklyn Public Library's new craft supply lending initiative. Other notable mentions include damage to the Bayeux Tapestry, a statue unveiling in Wyoming, and various art critiques.