PRESIDENT OVERLOOKS AMERICA’S GOODNESS TO THE MUSLIM WORLD
Americans will soon tire of our new president sucking up to the Muslim world by denigrating our country as the one to blame for all their problems. Mr. Obama would be wise to realize that he was elected president of the United States, not planet Earth.
The Iraq war stands as the convenient wedge for which the president apologizes, calling it a “war of choice.” While that may or may not be true, I’m sure it doesn’t set well with the families of fallen American soldiers to hear Mr. Obama make such a global announcement, as though our sons and daughters sacrificed and died for a wasteful cause.
In fact, long before any war with Iraq, relations with the Muslim world has long been a source of consternation, particularly since radical Islamists have been murdering innocents around the world by the multi-thousands in the name of Allah. One could cite hundreds of terror attacks, not only in America and Europe, but also in southern Asia, and throughout Africa, including hundreds of thousands killed in Algeria. Many of the victims have been fellow Muslims, deemed martyrs by radicals because they died for the cause of Jihad.
Listening to the president, one would think the mid-east Palestinian crisis is wholly the fault of Israel. We forget about the pre-WW II Arab Muftis from the mid-east conspired in the late 1930s and 1940s with Hitler to participate in the “final solution.” Truth be said, the hatred of Jews is long standing, not just in the current era, but for 1400 years since the living days of the prophet Muhammed. Jewish hatred has been taught to Muslim children around the world by their parents and clerics for centuries, long before Israel was even an idea, yet a country.
While he revels in Muslim plaudits for every mea culpa and talks tough about demanding Israeli concessions, the entire tone of his speeches in Egypt, and earlier in other mid-east countries, draws concern among many Americans about where his true loyalties lie. His many references to the past shows disrespect, if not contempt for his predecessor. (”The U.S. has been arrogant, derisive and divisive”) It seems highly inappropriate and unprecedented for a new president to hop around the globe pointing out how the past president was all wrong, and he is all right. One might remind Mr. Obama that nearly 60 million Americans voted against him.
Reaching out to the Muslim world is one thing, but this borders on groveling. Yes, we need better relations with the 1.2 billion people on this planet who practice the Islamic faith. But respect doesn’t come from words of conciliation, it comes from deeds. Besides, it’s not just America’s job alone. The world of Islam must assume much of the responsibility to mend these estrangements, for it is the radical side of their religion that has caused havoc in all four corners of the world — for a very long time. And, that radical side are not all terrorists. How many thousands of non-terrorist Muslims danced in the streets of New York, Chicago and London when they heard about the successful mass murders of 9/11?
Instead of accepting blame on our behalf, the president would do better to balance his addresses with some well-deserved praise for our country, pointing out how generous American taxpayers have often been there to defend and protect Muslims everywhere.
* Thousands of American servicemen have been buried in military graves after defending Muslim nations from aggression and human rights violations in Bosnia, Croatia, Somalia, Kuwait and Afghanistan, twice. (Once in their defense against the USSR) Why wasn’t this mentioned?
* Every time there is a crisis caused by earthquakes, tsunamis and cyclones, America is at the forefront deploying resources and technology around the world, saving lives and bring order to the lives of millions. It matters not whether the victims are Muslim, Hindu, Christian or Jewish. He could have pointed that out.
* The United States taxpayer provides over $20 billion in foreign aid to 150 counties in the world. Of the top fifteen recipients, eleven are Muslim nations, including Egypt, Afghanistan, Jordan, Indonesia and Pakistan. Worthy of mention?
* According to the annual Index of Global Philanthropy, nearly $100 billion in foreign aid is provided by America’s private sector. This comes from foundations, corporations, religious organizations and private individuals, much of which is dedicated to Muslims throughout Africa and Asia.
* The president failed to point out how Muslims in the U.S. enjoy full religious freedom — contrary to many of their own countries — and that many thousands of Muslims are granted student visas every year to attend American institutions of higher learning.
* While America’s leader portrays our nation as an abuser of human rights (i.e. Gitmo, Abu Graib, Iraq invasion, etc.) he boldly bowed to the King of Saudi Arabia, calling that nation a friend of America. Meanwhile, he fails to hold them accountable for gross violations of human rights that are routinely practiced in that country with impunity. (beheadings, honor killings, subjugation of women) Neither does he mention how the Saudis have rewarded the families of martyrs (murderers) with cash rewards for killing Jews. Neither has he mentioned that Saudi Arabia finances 80 percent of the mosques in America, yet if Mr. Obama, or anyone else, so much as carried a Bible in the streets of Riyadh, he would be imprisoned.
* Criticism of the past administration may draw applause from Muslims, but it overlooks how Mr. Bush continually defended Islam and referred to it as a “religion of peace,” much to the chagrin of relatives from the 9/11 attack, and thousands of other victims of terror from around the globe.
One day, perhaps, the Muslim world will present a great leader who will rise from within to denounce not only terrorism, but global jihad, and show us all that it is possible for non-Muslims and Muslims to live in peace, everywhere. That … is what is needed, rather than a president basically denouncing America. Mea culpas from an international Islamist leader, and an outstretched hand of conciliation, agreeing to work side by side with the free world to rid it of terror, jihad and human rights violations, would be most welcomed on this side of the Atlantic.
Then again, is it possible that the Islamist world already has that leader?
Hey Marshall! Maybe your talking to the
wrong Obama. Barrack has well shown he calls the shots and it’s “His Way or the Highway.” Why won’t you try Michelle, cuz
I recall her saying, “For the first time in
my adult life, I’m proud of my country…”
Of course that was in Feb. 2008, so it’s a
good question, if Michelle is still proud of
America, after all the USA Bashing her mate
has done abroad, since taking office? Why
don’t ya ask her? Someone needs to! Let us
review, as she expressed her then new found
“Pride in America” not just once but twice:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7WNGjawtP48
I don’t think the president’s plan to rid the world of terror will work if he has played a role in establishing the new ground rules regarding ‘terrorists rights’. The following is quoted from US Representative Mike Rodgers, R-Mich:
“U.S. Rep. Mike Rodgers, R-Mich., who is just back from Afghanistan, says that captured foreign fighters in that war-torn country are now getting “Miranda” warnings after capture and prior to questioning”.
In a Fox News account, reproduced on the lawmaker’s Web site, Rogers says, “I witnessed it myself, talked to the people on the ground. What you have is two very separate missions colliding in the field in a combat zone. Again, anytime you offer confusion in that environment that’s already chaotic and confusing enough, you jeopardize a soldier’s life.”
“Our focus should be on preventing the next attack, not giving radical jihadists a new tactic to resist interrogation,” Hoekstra added, according to the Weekly Standard.
Rogers commented that the writing is already on the wall: “The International Red Cross, when they go into these detention facilities, has now started telling people – ‘Take the option. You want a lawyer.’”
Myself being a rather simple southerner with a limited education, I’m still stocking up on ammunition to feed my firearms. Regretfully, I fear nothing productive will come from my theory of self-survival. It seems obvious that our current president has an agenda that will eventually cause this country to fade away just as the great glaciers are doing, by simply disappearing slowly into the sea, piece by piece.
Also, you might want to confirm the statement reference the Red Cross and if verified, remember that they survive on contributions. Or do they?
Marshall–For Americans who are worried about groceries and tuition for the kids, I think, jihad is too difficult for them to think about, much less ponder. So, the ones who are batting concepts like jihad and Muslim around are in the government. It is the radical element that we are fighting. So, thank God we are not wasting our military energies. Unfortunately, we must continue to police the terrorism. I can only hope that it all comes out right in the end–which is what Mr. and Mrs. Joe Sixpack are ultimately going to wind up doing. It’s all too much to tackle. I, personally, wouldn’t worry too much about President Obama’s rhetoric about Islam. There are enough checks and balances in the government–plus the media proper–to point him in the right direction if more actions are to be taken. Let’s hope not. But thank you for telling me that.
I hope you guys have been following the developments in Pakistan and Iran unfolding over the past few weeks.
The Muslims of Pakistan have declared all out war against the Taliban and Al Qaeda. In the short period of 2 or 3 months, they have taken back the province of Swat and Buner and killed most of the radicals. They announced couple of days ago that they are now in pursuit of the leader, whom they have labeled as the “Root of all evil”. Kudos Pakistan, maybe we can learn from you having tried unsuccessfully for the past 8 years.
The Muslims of Iran have revolted against the radical religious regime of the Ayatollahs and the battle goes on as we speak. Brave men and women, facing a heavily armed militia, fighting for democracy and freedom.
What, Muslims fighting for democracy and freedom???????
How can that be? The wise one has been telling me all along that the Muslims and Islam are evil and they are sneaking into America to take away our freedom!!!!!
But, now it appears that they want to adopt our way of life and have the same democracy and freedom we so enjoy!!!!!!!!!!
Naah, I must be having a wet dream, since the wise one tells me otherwise.
Where are thou now, O wise one, your silence is deafening me.
I hope you guys have been following the developments in Pakistan and Iran unfolding over the past few weeks.
The Muslims of Pakistan have declared all out war against the Taliban and Al Qaeda. In the short period of 2 or 3 months, they have taken back the province of Swat and Buner and killed most of the radicals. They announced couple of days ago that they are now in pursuit of the leader, whom they have labeled as the “Root of all evil”. Kudos Pakistan, maybe we can learn from you having tried unsuccessfully for the past 8 years.
The Muslims of Iran have revolted against the radical religious regime of the Ayatollahs and the battle goes on as we speak. Brave men and women, facing a heavily armed militia, fighting for democracy and freedom.
What, Muslims fighting for democracy and freedom???????
How can that be? The wise one has been telling me all along that the Muslims and Islam are evil and they are sneaking into America to take away our freedom!!!!!
But, now it appears that they want to adopt our way of life and have the same democracy and freedom we so enjoy!!!!!!!!!!
Naah, I must be having a wet dream, since the wise one tells me otherwise.
Where are thou now, O wise one, your silence is deafening me.
I hope you guys have been following the developments in Pakistan and Iran unfolding over the past few weeks.
The Muslims of Pakistan have declared all out war against the Taliban and Al Qaeda. In the short period of 2 or 3 months, they have taken back the province of Swat and Buner and killed most of the radicals. They announced couple of days ago that they are now in pursuit of the leader, whom they have labeled as the “Root of all evil”. Kudos Pakistan, maybe we can learn from you having tried unsuccessfully for the past 8 years.
The Muslims of Iran have revolted against the radical religious regime of the Ayatollahs and the battle goes on as we speak. Brave men and women, facing a heavily armed militia, fighting for democracy and freedom.
What, Muslims fighting for democracy and freedom???????
How can that be? The wise one has been telling me all along that the Muslims and Islam are evil and they are sneaking into America to take away our freedom!!!!!
But, now it appears that they want to adopt our way of life and have the same democracy and freedom we so enjoy!!!!!!!!!!
Naah, I must be having a wet dream, since the wise one tells me otherwise.
Hey, have you seen this news article?
New details about Michael Jackson’s Death Emerge
I was wondering if you were going to blog about this…
After the last eight years it is hard to recognize diplomacy when practiced by a president. Catch flies with honey, remember?
“Where are thou now, O wise one, your silence is deafening me.”
You know, Mike…you don’t have to be a wise ass, you’re no smarter than other readers on this blog. Have your contrary opinions, that’s great, but being a smart ass is an insult, and those kinds of remarks are not welcome.
FYI there are many sects within Islam. I’ve always referred to the dangers of the radical side of Islam, and if you’ll venture to investigate the Muslim Brotherhood, and CAIR, and the MSA, and etc., you’ll see that there is, in fact, an international Jihad movement to establish Islam as the governing force in the world. Most people who have investigated that are well aware of it.
MF