Abdul casts his vote

Submitted by Octavio Johanson (Italy), Nov 15, 2006 at 15:14

Foreigners will soon be allowed to vote in European nations. Italy does not have any Muslim politicians, but Britain has got a couple at Westminster, and I am sure France does. Normally, this will mean an electoral gain for the Far-Left. But it gets worse. Muslim voters might become determinant in the choice between two candidates, meaning that the winner would have to endorse Muslim issues. Should a mosque be built in such and such city? If you say "yes", you will get those extra votes that will allow you to win. Should an Islamic school open in Milan? Should the veil be allowed in Bruxelles? I guess Abdul will decide who gets in the Parliament.

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