[rebdov]

As long as they keep their Islam internal and don't confront non-Muslims, I have no problem with Islam. Whatever they chose is fine. The only problem is when they confront non-Muslims. I see no point in ridiculing their beliefs if those beliefs do not put non-believers in danger. As shocking as it is to Americans, most people in the world are NOT striving for the freedom we cherish. They choose security over freedom.

I am sure many 'normal' practices in the US would seem bizarre to Muslims. Cultures differ and I think we should respect other cultures. I am sure it would look strange to them that people put trees in their houses in December, put lights all around it, and then tell children that some fat person in a red suit with a sled and reindeer comes down the chimney and delivers presents. It would seem strange to them that we sit on a toilet rather than the more natural, easier method of squatting.

The only problem that I have with Islam is the imperative to spread it around.

[jeremiah]

I am sure it seems strange that we use a toilet, instead of the more natural way of squatting I am sure they also don't know why we use TP instead of our hands to wipe, and what is this Western fetish with washing hands? A society that worships suicide, and doesn't wash after wiping, they should be studied, then buried.