[newgeezer]

Sure, in Iraq or Saudi Arabia, this Muslim cleric would likely be executed on the spot for uttering the words, "Allah or God" (especially in a prayer). That's what tolerance will get you there.

[Illbay]

So YOUR point is that we need to be MORE like Iraq or Saudi Arabia, right?

[cerberus]

Sure, in Iraq or Saudi Arabia, this Muslim cleric would likely be executed on the spot for uttering the words, "Allah or God" (especially in a prayer). That's what tolerance will get you there.

So it sounds as though you want to emulate those that you despise.

I was taught to believe that grace and civility and common courtesy are worthwhile qualities to cultivate.

I still believe that.