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Originally Posted by ynwa03
I think its important to take a step back and really look at this situation with open eyes and an open mind. Its easy to have preconceived notions about this kind of complex conflict. The media in many ways plays a significant role in closing people off from really looking at issues from all sides. I urge you to read the article below and give it some thought.
Islam is not the problem here. Muslims come in all shapes and sizes with varying political beliefs.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/...rror-islamist/
Like i said, this issue is really complex and to dumb it down to unconsidered generalizations is at the least insensitive and at worst very offensive. |
That is truly an excellent thought experiment, I have often played this out in my head when trying to understand the feelings of the people in these nations, we cannot deny and forget history in its part to play in our current state of affairs. Sharing this article!