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Politics : Sharks in the Septic Tank -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: one_less who wrote (32152)	10/12/2001 2:40:44 PM
From: uu	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 82486

> There are corrupt regimes that claim Islam as the state religion. I know of none that are not corrupt, oppressive, and tyrannical. I agree with you 100%. And Do you ever wonder why "they all" are corrupt and oppressive and tyrannical?! I mean if there were 1 or 2 or 3 states one may understand, but the fact is they "ALL" are corrupt, oppressive and tyrannical! And I wonder why?! Do you?! Let me give you a hint: Look no where but the foundation on which they have established their legal and socio-economic framework! :) > These reactionary pop-culture sites twist doctrine... Bottom line, they promote hate and bigotry. Have you honestly read your Koran in its entierty? Especially on the subjects such as treating non-muslims, women, and those who may not even believe in God and having a totally different ideology unknown to mankind (regardless of them having good thoughts, good deeds, and good words)...? > If you honestly seek understanding of the truth, you will find it. If you have an agenda you will likely be smothered by it. To become illogically defensive is a serious sign that there is definitely something wrong! :) All I can say is that in the animal kingdom, where ignorance reigns and stupidity runs very high, common sense, which is not very common to the common people, is always essential. > In either event, I don't debate my religion with anyone Then please do not go around and make baseless claims that the roots of civilized modern world is from Islam!! That at best is laughable and at worst is misleading! Incidentally I am originally from Iran. Left the country when I was 16 about 23-24 years ago. I saw how Islam provides a framework for a bunch of psychopaths to kill, destory and bring nothing but pain to the world. Perhaps nothing wrong with Islam itself, and the problem might be in how it can easily be manipulated by evil psychopaths. Oh.. And Yes, indeed... Peace. Regards,

To: one_less who wrote (32152)	10/12/2001 6:07:16 PM
From: Poet	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 82486

If you honestly seek understanding of the truth, you will find it. If you have an agenda you will likely be smothered by it. In either event, I don't debate my religion with anyone. Beautifully said. In the month since September 11th, I've seen all sorts of changes in people on SI and you are the best example I can think of as someone who has become a more thoughtful and generous person. I hope the calm and strength you show here guides and comforts you in the rest of your life.