Brigitte Gabriel (born October 21, 1964) is a Lebanese American journalist, author, and activist. Gabriel says Islam keeps Arab countries backward,and teaches terrorism. In order to promote such views, Gabriel founded the American Congress For Truth and ACT! for America so that citizens may "Fearlessly speak out in defense of America, Israel and Western civilization." American Congress for Truth was founded in 2002 by Brigitte Gabriel, The mission of American Congress for Truth is to be the definitive source of education, information and research about the multiple threats posed by radical Islam, in order to awaken and empower freedom-loving people everywhere to effectively combat these threats. To accomplish this mission American Congress for Truth is dedicated to providing quality original educational and informational materials and providing ease of access to countless such materials created by the many credible and reputable organizations and individuals worldwide who share our concern about this threat. By continually working to fulfill our mission, American Congress for Truth will arm concerned citizens, activists, opinion leaders, members of the media, and elected officials with the truth to effectively combat the spread of radical Islam and the threats it poses to peace, safety, security and liberty.