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This paper suggests that the definition of the white working class, as an ethnic majority, is fluid and shifting, in contrast to its conventional portrayal as a fixed and static group. They are more than simply voiceless and 'left behind', especially with regard to views of multiculturalism, immigration and social change. Using data from two recent studies, we see a range of views expressed by white working class communities, which underlines the need for care to be taken when attempting to describe common-sense views on these polemical subjects. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Minorities may define themselves at a superordinate (e.g., national) level and also at a subgroup (minority) level. However, others' recognition of such dual identifications cannot be guaranteed. This paper investigates how members of a minority (Muslims in the UK) constructed their superordinate and subgroup identities in such a way as to assert a commonality with British non-Muslims whilst asserting their religious subgroup's distinctiveness. Reporting qualitative data obtained through interviews ( N = 28), the analysis explores how British Muslims negotiated concerns over commonality and distinctiveness through describing themselves as being British in a Muslim way. The implications of these self-definitions for the theorization of dual identities, their recognition, and intergroup relations are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses alleged acts of anti-Semitism that occur in Great Britain. The consequences of Britain's alleged murderous perceptions of Jews, the author proposes, can be seen everywhere in British society. The author compares and contrasts Jewish and Muslim immigration into Great Britain. Other topics include anecdotal reports of local disturbances against Jews that illustrate British public opinion about Jews and the Arab-Israeli conflict. Also discussed are extremist Muslims in Great Britain and dislike for Israel.

The article examines the ways of Great Britain and France accommodation of Muslims' religious needs. The difference of the accommodations include the state funding for independent Muslim schools, religious instruction in state schools, and policy on girls wearing the Muslim dresses. Also included in the article are the religious practices of the Muslims in both country.

Focuses on the British Asian Muslims and the Rushdie affair. Citation of the affair as a racial taunt in Great Britain; Impact of the Muslims to the immigration laws and rules; Creation of historical empires by the Muslim world.