Agustus, I don't agree with you. Given the way Muslim thought interceeds in political thought in pan-Arabia, religion is, whether we like it or not, an issue. When Bush early on used the term "crusade" against terrorism, this was widely misunderstood by Muslims worldwide. They were alarmed by this comment. So if our president, due to his own theology, is apt to mix 'his' version of God with 'their' version of God, well, then it becomes an issue.
It seems the vast majority of 'bible-thumpers' of America, Bush's Christian coalition base, are ferverently advocating this war and are firmly behind Bush. When you examine the base of opinion that's supporting Bush's want for war, this demographic group is significant, and contrary even to the wider views of Americans. The fact is support for this war in America, outside of the Christian coalition, exists only with UN support. |
