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Originally Posted by basa
Agreed all muslims are not terrorists (similarly Irish and animal lovers), but that is not to say *most* terrorists (today) are not muslims. (Note the double negative !).
That is where the fear comes from. I don't know many people who can distuinguish terrorists from non terrorists just from appearances but knowing someone is a muslim must increase the suspicion ... IMO.
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People might be more suspicuiouys through ignorance and stereotype - doesn't make it right though.
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Also with regards to beliefs .. whether those beliefs are acceptable in this country depends on what those beliefs are and if they involve degradation of women or infidels.
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As I've said before, I hold no religious beliefs but I will respect those held by others as long as they don't impinge on my rights or those of others. I do not support subjugation of women; that's why I've never voted Tory or read the Daily Mail (except for professional purposes!)
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I've yet to come across a Muslim who has tried to inflict his/her beliefs upon me, which is more than can be said of throughly annoying Christian door knockers.