| What to do about Iraq |
Jeff Jarvis asks, the left what is the solution to Iraq. I replied:To find the solution to Iraq, ask yourself "When should a nation forfeit its sovereignty?"
Don't see the connection? That's because nobody who should have asked the question before the war in Iraq ever asked or answered -- not at the United Nations, not at the Arab League, not in any bilateral discussions. Why not? It's the elephant in the room.
Until you can justify basic society's minimum requirements, you are not in a position to suggest a solution to Iraq, much less find the courage to demand it. For a hint, refer back to Why democracy -- not because democracy is the answer, but because it talks about why individuals join together. |
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Posted by Stephen Waters on 3/21/06; 10:38:07 AM
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| Freedom of religion |
If the Koran is worth anything...Surah 2:256 -- "There is no compulsion in religion..."
Surah 16:82 -- "Then, if they turn away, your duty (O Muhammad) is only to convey (the Message) in a clear way."
Surah 42:48 -- "But if they turn away (from Islam). We have not sent you as a Hafiz (watcher, protector) over them (to take care of their deeds and to recompense them). Your duty is to convey (the Message)..."
Surah 88:21-22 -- "And so, (O Prophet!) exhort them, your task is only to exhort; you cannot compel them to believe." ... then courts in Afghanistan should set Abdul Rahman free. He is facing the death penalty for apostasy (rejecting Islam). Rahman converted from Islam to Christianity over 16 years ago. Read about the case, couresy of Michelle Malkin, here. |
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Posted by Stephen Waters on 3/21/06; 9:51:41 AM
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