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==Cultural and Religious Background==
==Cultural and Religious Background==
Like his cousin, Odinga is a member of the Luo people, many of whom are [[Muslim]]s. Odinga himself claims to be an [[Anglican]]. Odinga achieved power with the support of the National Muslim Leaders Forum of Kenya. As part of the deal, Odinga has agreed to introduce [[Shariah Law]] to Kenya. Odinga has also received outspoken support in his campaigns from [[Barack Obama]], who was described by Kenyan government officials as Odinga's "stooge" during a 2006 visit.
Like his cousin, Odinga is a member of the Luo people, many of whom are [[Muslim]]s. Odinga himself claims to be an [[Anglican]]. Odinga achieved power with the support of the National Muslim Leaders Forum of Kenya. As part of the deal, Odinga has agreed to introduce [[Shariah Law]] to Kenya. He aslos agreed to a number of other policies, including:
* “Popularize Islam, the only true religion… by ordering every primary school in Kenya in the regions to conduct daily Madrassa classes.”
* “Impose a total ban on open-air gospel crusades by worshippers of the cross…”
* “Outlaw gospel programs… on KBC, the National Broadcaster.”
* “Impose a total ban on the public consumption of alcoholic beverages…”
* “Impose an immediate ban on women’s public dressing styles that are considered immoral and offensive to the Muslim faith…”
Odinga has received outspoken support in his campaigns from [[Barack Obama]], who was described by Kenyan government officials as Odinga's "stooge" during a 2006 visit.
==Further Information==
==Further Information==