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A Few of FR's Finest...Every Day...-2-09-06...Riots Spread in Muslim World....
JohnHuang2 and dutchess
| Johnhuang2
Posted on 02/08/2006 10:34:58 PM PST by dutchess
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Riots spread in Muslim world; Cartoons held on suspicion of involvement
by JohnHuang2
I guess all of this rampaging and shooting and pillaging and burning could have been avoided if only we'd remind the mobs of Islamic pillagers and arsonists of how peaceful we think their religion is. I hope we do it soon, or things could get out of hand.
After the burning down of the Danish consulate in Beirut and the stoning of the Maronite Catholic Church nearby and the burning of the Norwegian and Danish embassies in Syria and the stoning of the Austrian Embassy in Iran and the flag-burnings and deadly shooting by "protesters" in Afghanistan, I don't know how much more of this peace we can take. All this killing and maiming and torching could harm Islam's 'civilized' image.
Well, at least they're not doing something really crazy like threatening to cut NEA funding. Or writing letters to the editor. After Andres Sarrano's Piss Christ and the Brooklyn Museum's portrait of the Virgin Mary adorned with elephant dung, I recall all those Christian rampages and riots that didn't happen.
As violent demonstrations spread across the world, about the only place you could find Muslims protesting peacefully was in Iraq -- you know, the place totally engulfed in violence.
Causing all the fuss are cartoons. In a push to win friends and influence people, Muslims are torching and shooting and stoning and rioting to "protest" cartoons that imply Muslims are intolerant. Nothing makes your typically laid-back and unexcitable Islamicist fly into a rage quite like the claim he's easily excitable. You either consider us tolerant and open-minded, or we'll go native on you.
In one of the cartoons, first published in a Danish newspaper in September and reprinted recently in other European papers, the Prophet Mohammed is depicted sporting a turban-shaped bomb with a lit fuse. (Instead of a bomb, they might have tried a panty hat, but that might be over-the-top). In another, a blindfolded Mohammed stands between two women who are veiled in black, their eyes visible through a narrow opening. In response to this horrible "insult" that Islam has a blind spot regarding women's rights, Islamicists say the cartoonists should have their eyes gouged out.
So far, the Democrat response to all the rampaging by Muslim lunatics is to drag Alberto Gonzales before a Senate committee to show him why it's illegal for Bush to protect us from Muslim lunatics.
The twelve cartoons were commissioned by the cultural editor of the Danish daily, Jyllands-Posten, to see if fear of possibly getting beheaded, stoned to death or having popular parts of their anatomy amputated by Muslim fanatics would drive the cartoonists to self-censor their work. The cartoon series was printed to illustrate Islamic intolerance. I wonder if the jury is still out on that.
Actually, it wasn't the 'caricatures' that got the Jihadists all bent out of shape, but the notion that a well-known taboo of Islam -- drawing images of Mohammed -- is being violated by . . . INFIDELS! Pictures of Mohammed are against their religion. Images of Mohammed could lead to idolatry, you see, so they're forbidden. But it's cool to threaten to behead non-Muslims for drawing cartoons.
Fact is, depictions of Mohammed's face with a veil pop up often in Islamic countries, and that's OK. It's the full facial nudity stuff that makes your imam wanna sack an Embassy.
They want non-Muslims to show respect toward Muslims. And we all know the admiration and great respect Christians and Jews get in the Arab press.
They want non-Muslims to show respect toward Muslims. And we all know the admiration and great respect Christians and Jews get in the Arab press.
In newspapers across the Arab world, Jews are depicted as hooked-nosed, swastika-wearing murderers drinking the blood of Palestinian children during Happy Hour. In one Turkish movie just released, American infidel soldiers in Iraq "crash a wedding and pump a little boy full of lead in front of his mother. They kill dozens of innocent people with random machine gun fire, shoot the groom in the head, and drag those left alive to Abu Ghraib prison -- where a Jewish doctor cuts out their organs, which he sells to rich people in New York, London and Tel Aviv" (Associated Press, 2/3/06).
Thus far, as of this writing (Monday), only one newspaper in the United States -- the Philadelphia Inquirer -- has reprinted the cartoons. The rest have bravely agreed to submit to Sharia law.
Anyway, that's...
My two cents
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To: The Mayor
Thanks for the devotion. You know the Muslims are almost unbelievable in hate for other humans.
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posted on
02/09/2006 7:59:28 AM PST
by
Dubya
(Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father,but by me)
To: dutchess
Hi Dutchess :)
I just saw President Bush. He did an excellent speech. Told of a terrorist plot that was prevented. Yet these rats worry about rights of terrorists. Unbelievable.
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posted on
02/09/2006 8:06:21 AM PST
by
GodBlessUSA
(US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You! Prayers said for our Heroes!)
To: dutchess; JohnHuang2
WOW! John does it again. And so does dutchess. John always gets it right and dutchess always knows how to choose the illustrations. Good job, you two! :)
Know which cartoon is my fav? The last one! :)
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posted on
02/09/2006 8:31:18 AM PST
by
Billie
To: dutchess
Hi Allegra. What's the take in Iraq on this whole cartoon thing? Continued prayers for you and our military men and women! Thanks from a grateful contractor. ;-)
There have been a couple of protests in Iraq about the cartoons but they have been peaceful.
Iraqis tend to be a little more laid back than some other Middle Easterns. When they were protesting after the December elections, they were organized and peaceful. The news tried to make it look bad that they were protesting, but I thought it was wonderful.
They protest because they can. They voice their opinions because they can. Imagine being allowed to do that after a lifetime of being forbidden to do so.
Freedom is a great thing and they're exercising it. And for the most part, they're doing it peacefully. More power to 'em.
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posted on
02/09/2006 8:45:13 AM PST
by
Allegra
(Suffering from a Malady Known as "Troll Fatigue")
To: Allegra
Iraqis tend to be a little more laid back than some other Middle Easterns. When they were protesting after the December elections, they were organized and peaceful. The news tried to make it look bad that they were protesting, but I thought it was wonderful. They protest because they can. They voice their opinions because they can. Imagine being allowed to do that after a lifetime of being forbidden to do so. Freedom is a great thing and they're exercising it. And for the most part, they're doing it peacefully. More power to 'em. Morning, Allegra, and THANK YOU for this great post! If only *this* view of the Iraqis were given the same fair-minded attention by our wonderfully fair and balanced MSM. :(
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posted on
02/09/2006 9:07:57 AM PST
by
Billie
To: dutchess; JohnHuang2
Excellent! Bravo! Great teamwork, once again!
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posted on
02/09/2006 9:12:12 AM PST
by
Mama_Bear
(My heroes wear camouflage!)
To: dutchess; JohnHuang2
Outstanding essay and graphics concerning the ROP.
You two infidels better watch your backs.
We'll keep you covered here at The Finest.
Heading out to see the doc in a few minutes but wanted to drive by and compliment y'all on a great job.
To: DollyCali
saw you posted in wee hours.. hope it wasn't a formatting "situation".. I hate when that happens.
A few little "wee" problems. The subject line was so long it kept rejecting it EVEN WHEN I was within 100 characters. Finally got frustrated, went to bed only to get up an hour later. Have a great day sis!
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:06:19 AM PST
by
dutchess
To: GodBlessUSA
I just saw President Bush. He did an excellent speech. Told of a terrorist plot that was prevented
I heard about this. I'm sure the libs will be going looney. God bless our president.
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:10:20 AM PST
by
dutchess
To: Billie
Hi sistah.
Know which cartoon is my fav? The last one! :)
Somehow I knew you would say that :o) Have a great day!
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:11:51 AM PST
by
dutchess
To: Dubya
Hi Dubya. Thanks for checking in!
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:12:52 AM PST
by
dutchess
To: Allegra
They protest because they can. They voice their opinions because they can. Imagine being allowed to do that after a lifetime of being forbidden to do so. Freedom is a great thing and they're exercising it. And for the most part, they're doing it peacefully. More power to 'em.
You put that so well. Wish the MSM would report this. Stay safe!
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:14:23 AM PST
by
dutchess
To: Mama_Bear
Hey Lori. Just love that newspaper! Keep meaning to use it for the greeting..but decided its better for you to "check in" with. Is MIL still happy in her "new digs"?
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:15:53 AM PST
by
dutchess
To: Diver Dave
You two infidels better watch your backs. We'll keep you covered here at The Finest.
:o) :o) :o)
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:17:06 AM PST
by
dutchess
To: dutchess
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:19:04 AM PST
by
txhurl
(I need a pair of floppy white ears)
To: dutchess
Is MIL still happy in her "new digs"? She sure seems to be. I was over there yesterday and she filled me in on all the "gossip". Didn't take her long to get into the loop. I think this is exactly what she needed. In fact, she said she probably should have made the decision to move over there long ago. Of course, she fusses over things like the laundry people not returning her clothes to the proper place in her closet, and the half deaf lady next door keeps her TV turned up too loud, but those are just little things that give her something to gripe about. :-)
How's Dad doing?
We've been having some nice warm days here, so my project today is to get out the ladder and clean all the ceiling fans, including the two out on the patio. Spring is coming! Yippee!!!
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:28:03 AM PST
by
Mama_Bear
(My heroes wear camouflage!)
To: dutchess
Three cheers for the Philly Enquirer!!
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:28:10 AM PST
by
DCPatriot
("It aint what you don't know that kills you. It's what you know that aint so" Theodore Sturgeon)
To: dutchess
Your welcome. Its my honor and pleasure to be here.
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:38:54 AM PST
by
Dubya
(Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father,but by me)
To: All
Courage - An Empowering Emotion
Joshua 3:1-17
What would you say if God asked you to: lead many others, as Joshua did? Speak His words to prominent leaders, as Daniel did? Become a traveling missionary like Paul? God wants us to respond with courage when He calls us to tackle something beyond our ability.
Our first step toward bravery is meditation on the Word of Godwe are to search for its meaning as if for treasure. With the Spirits help, we will understand the Bible and learn how to apply its wisdom to our situation.Next is obedience to the Word. As we contemplate Gods truths, they become imprinted on our minds and influence our actions. Scripture is meant to shape our thinking and cause us to follow biblical principles. The more we think Gods way, the more we will act like Him.
Trusting in Gods promises is the third action needed for building courage. Joshua moved across the Jordan River towards Jericho because he took God at His word. The fourth step in developing fearlessness is to recall past victories. Young David, the shepherd boy, did this effectively.His remembrance of Gods past protection gave him the courage to fight the Philistine giant, Goliath. (1 Samuel 17) Practicing these steps will empower us to focus on victory rather than defeat, reject others fearfulness, and obey God without alarm over possible consequences.
God wants His followers to bear witness of Him to an unbelieving and often hostile world. Will you speak the truth of Christs resurrection, His saving power from sin, and His promised return? The Lord is calling your name.What reply will you give?
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:39:53 AM PST
by
Dubya
(Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father,but by me)
To: The Mayor; DollyCali; ST.LOUIE1; Aquamarine; dutchess; Mama_Bear; dansangel; Billie; Aeronaut; ...
Pacific Ocean (Feb. 7, 2006) - An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the "Salty Dogs" of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron Two Three (VX-23), prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Stennis is currently conducting flight deck certifications off the coast of Southern California. U.S. Navy photo
May God Keep Safe All Who Serve Our Country
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posted on
02/09/2006 10:44:48 AM PST
by
MEG33
(GOD BLESS OUR ARMED FORCES)
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