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The Lasting Impact of the Nation of Islam

The third installment of On This Side of Paradise focuses on how the Nation of Islam led to a growth of more conventional practices of Islam, particularly in African American communities.

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Other segments from the episode on October 18, 1983

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, October 18, 1983: Commentary on the Nation of Islam; Interview with Shamsud-din Ali.
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An Imam Shares His Faith

Philadelphia-based Shamsud-din Ali is a local leader of the Muslim community. He speaks with Fresh Air callers about his faith, the relationship between Islam and other religions, and attitudes toward Muslims around the world.

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