A house wife from New Jersey Wrote this

[Nessa 23]

[almaty 19]

I am through Sister Nessa, no drama from me, i respect most of the posters, my sister kezzie and brother gary...and just stated my thoughts...i am finished...

[Fuzzness 2]

If only there were more muslims like Dean.... who has spoke out against violence.... then there might be more understanding about Islam.

Then again, if there weren't so many people who hated Islam just because they think they are all terrorists, there might be even more understanding.

[Nessa 23]

but but but.. the popcorn, don't you want some?

[almaty 19]

also, the lady from new jersey, had the right to express her views, and the OP also, to post it..

i appreciate the sincere dialogue and respectful way this thread has been handled and the avoiding of flames...

If only there were more muslims like Dean.... who has spoke out against violence.... then there might be more understanding about Islam.

Then again, if there weren't so many people who hated Islam just because they think they are all terrorists, there might be even more understanding.

you my fuzzy brother are right thinking..seriously, thanks for the positive remarks...

[Nessa 23]

oook

[Cassie 8]

If only there were more muslims like Dean.... who has spoke out against violence.... then there might be more understanding about Islam.

Then again, if there weren't so many people who hated Islam just because they think they are all terrorists, there might be even more understanding.

Amen.

[Kez/JWolf 6]

The number of muslum people I know has nothing to do with my feelings on the subject.... The same question could be asked of the people in the muslum countries that publicly display their hatred for Americans and British People.... how many do they actually know... or are basing their hatred on what some Cleric has told them...

Kez

[Jenn! 918]

If only there were more muslims like Dean.... who has spoke out against violence.... then there might be more understanding about Islam.

Then again, if there weren't so many people who hated Islam just because they think they are all terrorists, there might be even more understanding.

Amen.

Or who hate Islam because they have no desire to learn anything about it except what they are fed by the slanted media on which they choose to base their opinions.

[Kez/JWolf 6]

If only there were more muslims like Dean.... who has spoke out against violence.... then there might be more understanding about Islam.

Then again, if there weren't so many people who hated Islam just because they think they are all terrorists, there might be even more understanding.

Amen.

Or who hate Islam because they have no desire to learn anything about it except what they are fed by the slanted media on which they choose to base their opinions.

I base my feeling on the subject.... after spending 7 years of my teenage years in a muslim country and mixing with real muslim people.... they are the ones who are being hurt the most by the radical teachings of a few...

People in Islamic countries have very little chance of learning anything about the westen world Christian or otherwise.... if is forbidden for them to do so...

Kez

[John & Annie 0]

If only there were more muslims like Dean.... who has spoke out against violence.... then there might be more understanding about Islam.

Then again, if there weren't so many people who hated Islam just because they think they are all terrorists, there might be even more understanding.

Amen.

Or who hate Islam because they have no desire to learn anything about it except what they are fed by the slanted media on which they choose to base their opinions.

I base my feeling on the subject.... after spending 7 years of my teenage years in a muslim country and mixing with real muslim people.... they are the ones who are being hurt the most by the radical teachings of a few...

People in Islamic countries have very little chance of learning anything about the westen world Christian or otherwise.... if is forbidden for them to do so...

Kez

That is a shame, and ignorance at its core. Unfortunately its not going to stop unless the Muslim community stands against it.

[Jenn! 918]

If only there were more muslims like Dean.... who has spoke out against violence.... then there might be more understanding about Islam.

Then again, if there weren't so many people who hated Islam just because they think they are all terrorists, there might be even more understanding.

Amen.

Or who hate Islam because they have no desire to learn anything about it except what they are fed by the slanted media on which they choose to base their opinions.

I base my feeling on the subject.... after spending 7 years of my teenage years in a muslim country and mixing with real muslim people.... they are the ones who are being hurt the most by the radical teachings of a few...

People in Islamic countries have very little chance of learning anything about the westen world Christian or otherwise.... if is forbidden for them to do so...

Kez

What I'm saying though is that it seems that many people think that the radicals' interpretation of Islam is an accurate representation of what Islam stands for. You know, "religion of hate" and all that.

To them, it's Islam itself that is dangerous, not just the "Islamicists". That's also what I read from the original article posted.

Edited July 13, 2007 by jenn3539

[John & Annie 0]

If only there were more muslims like Dean.... who has spoke out against violence.... then there might be more understanding about Islam.

Then again, if there weren't so many people who hated Islam just because they think they are all terrorists, there might be even more understanding.

Amen.

Or who hate Islam because they have no desire to learn anything about it except what they are fed by the slanted media on which they choose to base their opinions.

I base my feeling on the subject.... after spending 7 years of my teenage years in a muslim country and mixing with real muslim people.... they are the ones who are being hurt the most by the radical teachings of a few...

People in Islamic countries have very little chance of learning anything about the westen world Christian or otherwise.... if is forbidden for them to do so...

Kez

What I'm saying though is that it seems that many people think that the radicals' interpretation of Islam is an accurate representation of what Islam stands for. You know, "religion of hate" and all that.

How do we help change peoples minds?

[WifeOHunkyJohn 2]

What I'm saying though is that it seems that many people think that the radicals' interpretation of Islam is an accurate representation of what Islam stands for. You know, "religion of hate" and all that.

When those are the loudest and persistent voices and the millions of regular, peaceful Muslims say nothing, why is it a surprise that the radicals and their interpretation are the most well known representation of the religion?

[Jenn! 918]

What I'm saying though is that it seems that many people think that the radicals' interpretation of Islam is an accurate representation of what Islam stands for. You know, "religion of hate" and all that.

When those are the loudest and persistent voices and the millions of regular, peaceful Muslims say nothing, why is it a surprise that the radicals and their interpretation are the most well known representation of the religion?

How should I know? I don't think that it's representative, so I'm not sure why other people do.