Obama Asks Muslim-Americans to Condemn Extremism

radicalize – v. to cause (someone or something) to become more radical (defined as “having extreme political or social views that are not shared by most people”) -- especially in politics

ideology – n. the set of ideas and beliefs of a group or political party

enlist – v. to get the support and help of (someone or something)

confront – v. to oppose or challenge (someone) especially in a direct and forceful way

horrendous – adj. very bad or unpleasant

jihad – n. a war fought by Muslims to defend or spread their beliefs

response – n. something that is done as a reaction to something else

region – n. a part of a country or the world that is different or separate from other parts in some way