'American Islam' By Paul M. Barrett

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“American Islam” by Paul M. Barrett uses information to provide the reader with description of American Muslims. He describes the two major subgroups of Muslims: Shiite and Sunni. The Sunnis make up 85 percent of the United States Muslim population. The Shiites make up the other 15 percent. The two groups have a rivalry because the Shiites believe that only the descendants of Muhammad should carry on his legacy. If both groups are Muslims, why cannot they just get along? Do they not worship the same things? In my opinion, other religions have different denominations, but they all still try to get along despite their differences. I believe everyone has the right to believe what they choose, but they should not be able to bring another religion

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