Episode 4: The Scourge of Islamophobia Paul F.J. Arañas Ph.D. discusses the issue of Islamophobia in the United States and France: threats against U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar; her recent proposed legislation to combat Islamophobia; cartoons in France that disrespect religious beliefs; the French double standards regarding “freedom of expression;” and the use of labels to denigrate members of the Islamic faith. In addition, Paul discusses some ways for us to combat racism and prejudice.