Muslims, Booze & Democracy

Submitted by Janet Sidewater (United States), Oct 10, 2006 at 22:43

Okay, enough is enough! Just what do you think would happen if passengers refused to ride in a cab driven by a Muslim? Is there a double standard in the making with this absurd pandering? Is transporting a woman without proper head covering in the Koran? Is transporting infidels in the Koran?

I believe these folks have mananged to tweak their hypocrisy to absurdity. I have a much better solution. Obviously, Muslim's are much too restricted by their religion to be successful cab drivers so to help them, we should pass laws prohibiting Taxi/Limo licenses to all Muslims. In fact, Muslims may be so restricted by their religious beliefs that they may have a problem living in any country that embraces Democracy. But guess what folks? Whatever bits and pieces of our culture and society that Muslims have a problem with it is NOT the responsibility of BUSINESSES, it is NOT the responsibility of our GOVERNMENT and it is NOT the responsibility of the CITIZENS OF AMERICA. The responsibilitiy belongs to the Muslims to deal with their own discomfort and leave the rest of us alone. They are free to practice their religion, however, they are not free to impose their beliefs in such a manner as to interfere with my life and my freedom.

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