Exactly my feeling. I’m a proud protestant and have no use for Catholic bashing or Protestant bashing.
As a Protestant I would agree with the above sentiment (sans the "proud"). I was raised in a conservative denomination which, while not militantly "anti-Catholic", considered Catholics to be misled regarding some fundamental doctrines, notably "sola fida," "sola gratia," and "sola scriptura." I had the opportunity to do graduate study in Theology at a Jesuit-affiliated University. It was an eye-opening experience, and I gained a real appreciation for the Catholic Church. I no longer consider Catholics to be "misled" Christians.
My view is that so long as a person accepts the basic tenets of Christianity, i.e., accepting Jesus Christ as their Savior and worshipping him as the Divine Son of God, and trusting Him for salvation, then I will consider him/her to be a Christian brother or sister.
I do not wish to downplay the importance of having "right doctrine," but I believe that as long as the "fundamentals" are sound, that Christians should act with charity and a spirit of unity towards those with whom they disagree.
As hostility towards Christianity grows, it is increasingly vital that Christians not engage in "circular firing squads" towards each other, but rather support each other in common cause.
There is a religion that wants us all dead yesterday.It is not Protestant nor Catholic.A billion plus followers that believe in death of you and me as infidels.I am a proud Catholic and tolerate all until it becomes personal and or is divisive to our country.Americas faith is one of the foundations of our great nation.Remember the Four Chaplains.Their story is inspiring and makes this discussion petty.