[FreedomPoster]

>>I think the problem is worse than this. I believe we actually do know the true nature of our opponent, but in our attempt to have the appearance of fairness, we refuse to act on what we know to be true.

If you're talking about Dubya and "peaceful, friendly Muslims", I have another "take" on the situation:

Often, diplomacy consists of saying "nice doggie!" to a snarling mongrel, whilst looking for a rock.

Hopefully I'm not just whistling in the dark.

[F16Fighter]

"If you're talking about Dubya and 'peaceful, friendly Muslims', I have another "take" on the situation:

Often, diplomacy consists of saying "nice doggie!" to a snarling mongrel, whilst looking for a rock. Hopefully I'm not just whistling in the dark."

I concur...

We should assume that behind closed doors Dubya has been counseled that ALL Islam is indeed diametrically opposed to ALL non-Islamic culture and religion, thus it's believers a genuine threat inside America every day of the week. Whatever we see or hear on TV from Dubya is pure show to "let sleeping dogs lie" -- for now.

[aardvark1]

If you're talking about Dubya and "peaceful, friendly Muslims", I have another "take" on the situation: Often, diplomacy consists of saying "nice doggie!" to a snarling mongrel, whilst looking for a rock.

No, I wasn't thinking of W in particular. I was thinking more of those who are complaining about racial profiling and those who are afraid of religion in public life. I hope your right about GW.