"Stop Islamization of America" is a political movement that emerged in the United States in the early 2000s. It aims to oppose what its supporters perceive as the growing influence of Islam and Sharia law in American society and governance. The movement often emphasizes the protection of American values and freedoms against what they view as the encroachment of Islamic ideologies. The movement has been associated with various organizations and activists, including the group known as Stop Islamization of America (SIOA), founded by Pamela Geller and Robert Spencer. Critics argue that the movement promotes Islamophobia and intolerance, while supporters claim it is a necessary response to protect Western civilization.