whether he means it or not.
Posted on 10/21/2006 9:22:30 PM PDT by freedom44
Washington, Oct 19 (ZEENEWS.COM) Describing the US as a land of many faiths "enriched" by its Muslim population, President George W Bush has said several Islamic nations are helping in the war on terror and that many of its victims were "innocent" Muslims.
Bush made these comments at an Iftar dinner hosted in the White House yesterday, an event attended by Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, Iman Eid from the Islamic Institute of boston as well as ambassadors and members of the diplomatic corps.
The US President also took the opportunity to praise a Pakistani American Farooq Muhammad who was at the World Trade Center when the towers came crashing in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001 and had volunteered at the time of the devastating quake in Pakistan last year.
"The United States also appreciates that many Muslim nations who stand with us in the war on terror...The majority of the victims of the terrorists have been innocent Muslims, and many of you have seen terrorist violence in your own cities and your streets.
"We welcome you here. We are proud to work with you to defeat the terrorists and extremists, and help bring a brighter future to millions of Muslim people throughout the world who yearn for moderation and peace," he said.
Bush said Islam is a religion that brings hope and comfort to more than a billion people around the world. It has transcended racial and ethnic divisions. It has given birth to a rich culture of learning and literature and science.
"America is a land of many faiths, and we welcome and honor the Muslim faith in our nation. Our society is enriched by our Muslim citizens."
pure BRAVO SIERRA.
Given the chance, Osama bin Laden would love to enrich -- highly enrich -- the population of a major American city.
Kumbaya...
Ah yes, they bring such "vibrancy" to our communities, adding to the "rich tapestry."
(You made me puke, so I thought I'd return the favor ;)
Until we learn that Muslims cannot co-exist with the west, this "War on Terror" is futile.
whether he means it or not.
You know, after this Iraq adventure is put to rest, the WOT is over. We make nicey nice with the Mooslums, they give us the benefit of their religion........convert or die.
Electioneering is electioneering. The U.S. is also "enriched" by its MS-13 population.
Funny, I don't feel enriched at all...just annoyed and pissed off.
Bush is doing what he has to do. That's just part of politics. Speaking for myself, I'm willing to give him a pass.
"There he goes again!"
Should have put on my waders before reading this. And a gas mask.
This is just politics. Bush is doing what he has to do. One shouldn't read too much into it.
One day we will learn...
Why does he have to say it?
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