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From: ethan@utastro.UUCP (Ethan Vishniac)
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Subject: Re:  Beirut Hostage Crisis
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Date: Mon, 22-Jul-85 11:29:43 EDT
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After reading Mr. Martillo's postings on Islam and the various responses
I think there are a few points no one has raised.

First, isn't it obvious that whatever the goals and ideals of various
moslems Mr. Martillo is the only one in this discussion with the slightest
idea of what it means to be a minority in a conservative moslem nation?

Second, are the Moslems any worse than the Christians of a few centuries
ago?  There seems to be some reason to hope that these nations will learn
to treat minorities and women decently without abandoning Islam. 

Third, if they don't, is anyone suggesting that we (meaning the West) do
anything about it?  I thought not.
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"Don't argue with a fool.      Ethan Vishniac
 Borrow his money."            {charm,ut-sally,ut-ngp,noao}!utastro!ethan
                               Department of Astronomy
                               University of Texas