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Originally Posted by Igottago

Nope. Its coming from people who choose to view it that way.
I can fully criticize the dangerous aspects of the religious doctrine, as well as the extremists, while understanding that not every Islamic person I come across necessarily shares the same ideals. I can also understand that these issues are always complex and there are religious, social, cultural, and economic aspects to all of it.

I have no idea what you mean by "taking matters into our own hands" but if you are suggesting violence against Canadian citizens (or any people) who have done nothing other than belong to a certain religion then you are pretty much an extremist yourself.

We agree 100%. If you read my other posts they are specifically targeting those that are complacent with their peers subscribing to the more violent aspects of the religion. That I'm not okay with. Where we might differ is if whether or not you think that people have a responsibility to actively distance themselves from the problem. At what point is it up to the individual to say I no longer want to associate myself with that group. Practice your interpretation of the doctrine, without identifying as a muslim, for example (I know its an extreme example and not really needed for Canadians, but lets say if that 60% number for Pakistani’s that are okay with violence in the name of islam is true, then I think it is necessary)

I'm not saying I'm taking matters into my own hands. I'm just saying that's where I think the "us vs. them" mentality is coming from. The lack of change or initiative to incite reform.