I call whoever posts a link after me owes you a Coke.

The funny thing is that the middle east (the cradle of civilization) was once upon a time a great source of knowledge, wisdom and forward thinking in the world. In the time of belief in Zoroaster (around 600-550 B.C.) there was much more civility and wisdom... Although it is still mysticism it was much more tolerant than the pervasive beliefs of today's middle east extremists and in many ways more enlightened.

Strong voices which detract from Islam are publicly murdered.

I agree but I think the one point he is missing is that radical Muslims will kill moderate ones. If a moderate voice emerges I think it unlikely they would live long enough to make a difference.

Thanks for the post...it makes a good, and concise, point!

Hey, Edward, great idea! How 'bouts you go on other there and spread that enlightenment. The sooner the better. Bye!

Of my own person, I don't know what gray is except in my beard. Though I am nearing 66, my hair is the same as it was at 18. Maybe not as much of it but, wth.

nope. let's try this again

Just read a great line in "The Frankenstein Candidate" by Vinay Kolhatkar, a gulch member,
"It is a strong and safe America that will be a beacon of hope and freedom around the World."
It provokes. When we follow our values, defined in the Declaration of Independence and Bill of Rights, then we are strong and safe. When we place safety above our values, we get neither safety or strength. (borrowing a little there from Ben F)
so far, the novel is excellent. I can't put it down.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_7...