Gallup World Poll: Muslims in Europe: Basis for Greater Understanding Already Exists
Posted on May 1st, 2007 by MichaelPRINCETON, NJ — Gallup’s recent surveys of Muslims in London, Paris, and Berlin point to the need for greater understanding between Europe’s Muslim residents and the broader societies in which they live. But these surveys also offer plenty of evidence that the foundation for that understanding is already in place.
Perhaps most importantly, the results reflect a desire among both Muslims and the general public of the countries studied to improve mutual understanding of ethnic and religious differences.
For example, majorities of all groups interviewed expressed a preference for living in a neighborhood with mixed ethnic and religious backgrounds, rather than one where most people shared their own background.