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To Dhimmi - Nice tryReader comment on item: How the West Could Lose Submitted by Michel (United States), Jan 29, 2007 at 14:38 For once a refreshing new angle indeed. I enjoyed it. Okay - I admit it - I am a Mullah, who albeit enjoys a pork roast off the barbecue, followed by a nice Remy Martin. Humor aside, do you even realize, how your post does deliver a tragic little bit of evidence as to how desperately the fanatics of this world (and in this Blog) try to "label" people? What they hate most, as they can not "deal" with such people in their sim\plistic manner, are individuals, who do not "fit" any cliche. It gets uncomfortable, because no clear battle lines can be drawn, no conventional war (of words) can be engaged in. I am "the enemy within", so much harder to attack in a rational manner than the conventional ugly Muslim who offers simple propaganda in return. Your frustration is evident - It is precisely, why you guys resort to insults, as you cannot bear the idea that within your own people there are members who defy you, oppose you, even find you despicable. Funny, that , as opposed to you, Mr. or Mrs Dhimmi No More, I was not afraid to use my real full name and not hide behind some (stupid) slogan. Want some proof for my self-confidence and your cowardice? I have nothing to hide. Google me and you may find my website on spaces. You'll see that I am the guy next door.. Now - where are you, my anonymous friend? Care to prove me wrong, as far as your cowardice is concerned? Didn't think so, as for sure you 'd be using the "excuse" to be afraid that some muslim fanatic will pay you a visit. (LOL) As far as your label is concerned, indeed, I do not really know what I am, as no category seems to apply. Now consider this, my one-dimensional friend: I have indeed given up on the Catholic Church - too rigid - and currently my spiritual home is a mix of Judeo/Christian/Taoism/Buddhism principles. I practise my religion (privately) , but despise pretty much any form of Religious Organization (Church), as these ( at least those I tried) manifest exclusive and intolerant attributes. I own guns, but am against "the right to bear arms, as currently enforced". Top level aerospace executive, classic capitalist, yet got humbled by the misery encountered during many travels. I am a white caucasian, blue eyed blond person who could easily fit in any of your Red Neck meetings. I am not Muslim, but only encountered many during my travels and now proudly call them "friends". Now go ahead, my one dimensional expert on Muslims - label me. Eat that and try to put that into a cliche drawer! Yet - I do not call for the Western Style Djihaad, whereas you desk- jockeys, who in your case, dhimmi, even learned Arabic, do exactly that, and that dilemma makes you fuuuuuuuuuuurious.(LoL) You, Dhimmi, are an especially intetresting one. I myself speak five languages, but I would never dare to state that I truly know and understand the individual cultures. Mo was absolutely right - in order to truly understand the meanings of their book, one needs to be part of that culture. Grow up within. I take it a step further: learning the language as a westerner is not good enough to be an "expert". At best, I give you credit to translate to the level of a handheld pocket translator - so come down from your high horse, dhimmi, abandon your arrogance. Stop explaining the Koran to Muslims or anyone else who wants to listen, but maybe entertain the approach of Plato and simply ask intelligent questions and respectfully wait for their answers, instead of pre-empting them or dismiss them with an insult. But that would not be fun, would it now? Yes - like a mosquito - you are annoying. Nothing more. Anonymous and unimportant. Go ahead, enjoy this blog as platform for your wonderful medieval ideas, as it is pretty much the extent of how far you'll ever be able to get exposure. (Fortunately! I might add.) Hate to admit it, but my time here was a waste of time. Other than a couple of "normal" people who actually allowed me to learn something, it brought out the worst human kind has to offer. If I was not the eternal optimist, I'd be truly depressed by now. A tragic confirmation for the fact that we are the last people who should be looking down on others, as we (still after all this time and history) are nothing but cavemen with hi-speed internet connections. My conclusion: you are spoiled, brainwashed children in dire need of a a spanking and then some quality time with the people you so easily condemn. Note: Opinions expressed in comments are those of the authors alone and not necessarily those of Daniel Pipes. Original writing only, please. Comments are screened and in some cases edited before posting. Reasoned disagreement is welcome but not comments that are scurrilous, off-topic, commercial, disparaging religions, or otherwise inappropriate. For complete regulations, see the "Guidelines for Reader Comments". << Previous Comment Next Comment >> Reader comments (2112) on this item
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