What is meant by integration in a society? why do Europeans think Muslim do not integrate in their societies?

 Integration in a society refers to the process of individuals or groups becoming part of the larger community and adopting its values, norms, and customs

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. In the context of Europe, the integration of Muslim immigrants has been a contentious issue for many years. Europeans think that Muslim immigrants do not integrate well into their societies due to several reasons, including:

• Islamophobia: Many Europeans hold negative attitudes towards Muslims, which can lead to discrimination and exclusion
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• Religious identity: Muslim immigrants tend to identify more with their home communities, which can hinder their integration into the larger society
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• Public anxieties: The presence of Muslim immigrants in Europe has led to public anxieties, particularly around issues such as terrorism and cultural differences
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• Perception of threat: After the 9/11 attacks, the perception of Muslim immigrants changed from "immigrant" to "threat" or "challenge" to the peace and prosperity of Europe
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To address these issues, some experts suggest that European countries need to incorporate religion into the national fabric and create policies that promote inclusion and equal opportunities for all

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. Additionally, some argue that a period of benign neglect of the Islam issue could be beneficial, but only after religion has been fully incorporated into the national fabric

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