A “Political” Theory of Islamophobia: A Ghost-Bedhseet Beyond the Minority and Majority

August 9, 2025

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This paper aims to explore the political nature of Islamophobia and its insufficient theoretical articulation in Muslim contexts.
Utilizes Ernesto Laclau's ontology to examine political identity and its significance in socio-political analysis.
Analyzes Salman Sayyid's definition of Islamophobia through Laclau's political ontology.
Finds that previous studies inadequately theorize Islamophobia by focusing primarily on the experiences of Muslim minorities.
Demonstrates that the political aspect of Islamophobia is often overlooked, leading to misconceptions about Muslims' political identities.

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The paper reveals the political dimensions of Islamophobia in Muslim communities, suggesting a need for broader theoretical frameworks.

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Sümeyye Sakarya (2025) studied this question.

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