Does fundamentalist Islam present a dangerous form of radical utopianism?

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[...] The goal is to determine if fundamentalist Islam presents a dangerous form of radical utopianism. At the fundamental level, Islamists seek change. This is observed as one of the group's primary goals. They are known to be activists by nature. Islamists would like to restore a mythical past and lost ideals. They don't understand that it is impossible to revert to the previous ideals in practice. (Kramer) This is the point where danger arises within fundamentalist Islam. People in Egypt that seek to Islamize society through grassroots social and cultural change are examples. [...]

[...] Does fundamentalist Islam present a dangerous form of radical utopianism? To be misunderstood is a critical misstep in today's society. Once something or someone is misunderstood they become a target for hate. This is evident in multiple aspects of daily living. Several issues we deal with are caused by a misunderstanding. The Islamic group is one favorable example of being misunderstood. Their intentions, especially in the western world, are often mistaken. They are deemed a group bent on taking over the world. [...]

[...] In conclusion, there is potential to present a dangerous form of radical utopianism, but that is trumped by internal issues of the group. Through research, the intent of change is confirmed. However without power, the threat is an empty promise. Islamic leaders fail to agree on the basics, therefore a strategy for radical utopianism is out of the question. There are several aspects of fundamental Islam that suggest the group is not focused on radical utopianism. Works Cited Esposito, John, Martin Kramer, and Graham Fuller. Islamism a Threat?” Is Islamism a Threat? [...]