.... Of course there was no mention of concerns about Islam or means of addressing them, just an implied criticism of the host society. Islam has to take some credit if it is indeed held in such low esteem in Britain.
She talked about ‘religious illiteracy’, and she is right about that but not necessarily in the way that she may have meant. People are prevented from gaining an unbiased understanding of Islam because they are actively prevented from doing so.
It is impossible to discuss matters of faith openly and honestly in Britain because of the fear generated by the Racial and Religious Hatred Act. In addition, anyone who questions Islam these days seems to be demonised by being labelled a “racist” or a “bigot”.
The real issue not the criticism of Islam but the issue of Muslim bigotry towards non-Muslims. That may be something that the political and media elite are unwilling to adequately address but it is something that very many people are concerned about. [22 Jan. Liberties Alliance] Read more
