Reza Aslan's apologetics are dangerous

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22. Parkman doesn't make a good case?

I found Pakman's video to be the most compelling expose of intellectual deceit I have encountered in 25 years in the academy.

I was a fan of Aslan until I viewed the Pakman video.

He clearly misrepresents his credentials and expertise in the context of making a case for his expertise on the basis of his credentials.

And, needless to say, he utterly misleads his viewer on FMG.

He actually says that "nowhere in Muslim majority states [in Africa] is it an issue." This a lie of monumental proportions. It's greatest prevalence is in fact in Muslim majority states in Africa. See the Guardian's data in "70 Million More...."

In short, I am thoroughly impressed with Pakman's use of his communication skills. I find him completely persuasive, not least because my own research corroborates what he and other commentators, such as JT Eberhart, have shown: that Aslan is an inveterate liar.