Rich Lowry is the editor in chief of National Review.
Rich Lowry
Editor-in-Chief, Rich Lowry, takes on the Left, and explains today's events in the context of America's remarkable history.
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How Does CNN Not Know What Islamism Is?
CNN’s Abby Phillip challenged Ted Cruz’s remarks about “Islamism” at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas — but is Islamism the same thing as Islam? Rich Lowry explains the distinction between Islam as a religion and Islamism as a political ideology, examining Cruz’s comments, the history of Islamist movements, and why that distinction matters when discussing jihadism and terrorism. Watch Rich’s full breakdown, leave your reaction below, and subscribe to National Review!



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