But I also have never thought that fundamental islam (whether Shia or Sunni) is unrelated to the koran, the hadiths, and the example of the prophet.
I don't believe I've ever said that, if I ever have I plead my God given right to be stupid. My point is how your average Muslim lives their life, and there are schools of thought inside Islam that disagree with the Radicals.
Off Topic: Take alook at Fouad Ajami's new book "The Foreigner's Gift". I think you'll like it.
I was hoping someone would post at least an excerpt. Its a good read.