Benazir Bhutto was a Pakistani politician and leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party. Her writing reflects a deep understanding of the political processes and social challenges shaping Muslim states. With her distinctive voice, she navigated the complexities of modern Pakistan, engaging readers with her insights on leadership and democracy. Her work stands as a testament to her commitment and vision for the nation's future.
Bhutto argues that extremism is not inherent to Islam, but that various factors, including some policies of the West, have empowered Islamic fundamentalists and are responsible for the current battle for the hearts, minds and bodies of the Umma (the Islamic nation around the world).
Benazir Bhutto is the daughter of Pakistan's former President Bhutto, who was executed by General Zia in 1979. At his death, she inherited the leadership of the Pakistan People's Party, the largest and most powerful mass-based group in the country.