A Muslim Preacher's Texting Scandal Is Making Some Women Speak Out About Sexism "The reality is, speaking out as a woman can cost you your reputation, your job opportunities," said one woman who criticized Nouman Ali Khan — and says it speaks to a bigger problem in the community.
Once you get past the shirtless selfies and the "sugar daddy" boast, the scandal surrounding Muslim preacher Nouman Ali Khan is a rare window into how difficult it can be for Muslim communities to deal with claims of misconduct by leaders, especially when women are involved.
Khan is a conservative, Texas-based teacher whose lively Qur'an lectures draw hundreds of thousands of fans to his stories blending modern-day scenarios with strict interpretations of scripture. He disapproves of men and women shaking hands, promotes marrying young, and chides Muslims who wear "skintight" clothes. Shocking claims that he abused his power to pursue relationships with women set off a nasty battle over how to handle allegations of religious leaders behaving badly.