President Bush at the United Nations
I have read the transcript of Bush's address to the United Nations and I see a measured plea to the world to help enable the peoples of the Middle East to have governments that reflect their views and allow greater freedom. I think that this is a beneficial goal to all and one that I can truly stand behind. However, do I think that it will be embraced by the World community and particularly by the existing powers in the Middle East? No.
I say no, because the World community is so polarized along religious lines, focused on self promotion, and serving their own interests that this plea for the right of humanity to govern themselves will fall on deaf ears.
Here's a prime example, do you believe that the Saudi royalty which has a stranglehold on the economy of the nation and sucks the coffers dry to support outrageously extravagant lifestyles and a jet-setting lifestyle will willing give this up allowing the people collectively to make decisions for their own country. Same goes in Qatar another kingdom. I think not!
How about Iran? Do you believe that the Mullahs will roll over and move out of office allowing a secular state to exist when they feel that they need to further purify their country and live more in alignment with Islamic law? I think not!
How about Palestine? Hamas already has intruded into the government there and the world has reacted by cutting off over 50% of their national budget that comes throught international humanitarian aide in protest. How is that squaring with the idea of self-representation of the people? They were elected by the people, but the world community is in protest. Same goes in Lebanon. Hmm, an interesting conflict don't you think?
Am I holding my breathe for the democratization of the Middle East, sorry to be so cynical, but no I am not. In fact based on what has happened in Iraq, in Palestine, in Lebanon, the World and Bush have sent a pretty clear message that only the "right kind" of democracy will be considered legitimate by the United States and the World community, so much for representation by the people. Do as I say not as I do!
I say no, because the World community is so polarized along religious lines, focused on self promotion, and serving their own interests that this plea for the right of humanity to govern themselves will fall on deaf ears.
Here's a prime example, do you believe that the Saudi royalty which has a stranglehold on the economy of the nation and sucks the coffers dry to support outrageously extravagant lifestyles and a jet-setting lifestyle will willing give this up allowing the people collectively to make decisions for their own country. Same goes in Qatar another kingdom. I think not!
How about Iran? Do you believe that the Mullahs will roll over and move out of office allowing a secular state to exist when they feel that they need to further purify their country and live more in alignment with Islamic law? I think not!
How about Palestine? Hamas already has intruded into the government there and the world has reacted by cutting off over 50% of their national budget that comes throught international humanitarian aide in protest. How is that squaring with the idea of self-representation of the people? They were elected by the people, but the world community is in protest. Same goes in Lebanon. Hmm, an interesting conflict don't you think?
Am I holding my breathe for the democratization of the Middle East, sorry to be so cynical, but no I am not. In fact based on what has happened in Iraq, in Palestine, in Lebanon, the World and Bush have sent a pretty clear message that only the "right kind" of democracy will be considered legitimate by the United States and the World community, so much for representation by the people. Do as I say not as I do!
AVOID DHIMMITUDE!
A book by Bruce Bawer, "While Europe Slept", is a more in-depth look at the mindset that we are contending with. Instead of the west responding with one voice to the Islamofascists, we are neutered by the Kumbaya chorus out of the EU and the UN. How do these institutions affect US citizens. The Liberal Elite thirst for approval from the members of these two organizations.
I am utterly amazed at the lack of understanding the Lefties have of the Islamists. They seem to be willfully blind. Wakie, Wakie! The Islamofascists are using you and your moral equivalence doctrine to further entrench themselves in western culture. If you keep expecting the Islamists to stop their hate and voice their love and admiration for liberal democracy and personal liberty, you are deceiving yourselves. OPEN YOUR EYES!
This is not hysteria. This is reality. They see us as the demons. Not just conservatives. EVERY non-islamist is a demon. It is not a religion of peace. It never, EVER, has been. Read your history. Read about the Jews and Christians and their treatment in these societies both today and over the centuries.
Look up the terms: dhimmi, jizyah, and taqiyya. Learn. The average Muslim on the streets of Europe believes that the Quran is supreme over the laws of Europe. Research what honor killings are. Research the practice of vaginal mutilation. These people are absolutely devout (insane).
To claim moral equivalence between Christians and Muslims is absurd. Do you see Christians en masse screaming for blood? Christians demanding death? The truthful answer is no. Madonna is going to desecrate the cruxifiction of Christ in an upcoming event. Christians around the world will be disgusted. But, Christians around the world will not declare a Fatwah on Madonna. It won't happen. Ever!
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Posted by Bubba's Pravda | Wed Sep 20, 04:53:00 PM EDT