"Those who study or comment on Islam's view of politics and government have made three errors. First, they have often confused the Islam revealed by the Book and Sunnah with the understanding of Islam that emerged from the historical experiences of Muslims. It is important to critically examine the historical experiences of Muslims and the rulings established within the context of those experiences, to draw on primary sources, and to offer new perspectives to Muslims worldwide on issues such as human rights, democracy, and social inclusion in Islam. The second mistake is to seek legitimacy for a predetermined understanding, sometimes relying on a Quranic interpretation or a few select hadiths, and to attempt to impose this understanding on others."