On the one hand, we’re expecting and requiring police to protect us from terrorist violence. And yet simultaneously, and in complete contradiction, we’re telling them, “Don’t you dare offend any Muslims in the process. In fact, don’t go anywhere near them.” That’s what the New York City government is essentially saying, and those who don’t speak up against it are — by implication — agreeing with it. We’re all told to be humble and respect the sensitivities of all Muslim people, the vast majority, it’s claimed, who want nothing but peace, individual rights and total separation of church and state. But whether or not all Muslims condone outright 9/11-style violence, I have never once heard of a protest of Muslims against the violent elements of their religion. What about the sensitivities of those who wish not to be blown up by a bomb or a nuclear device in the name of Allah? In practice, it’s not difficult to imagine how this will play out ... (Click link for the rest of the article) drhurd/sensitivity-to-islam-but-none-for-the-rest-of-us/
Posted on: Fri, 18 Apr 2014 18:43:44 +0000
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