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Date: 05 Oct 2007 13:52:36
From: Davey Crockett
Subject: Meanwhile, back at the Funny Farm
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A bill went through the US Congress a few days ago without a word of
comment from the British media. The bill was passed without any
comment, any criticism or reprimand from the US media or a single
American politician.
The Great Satan, as the US was coined by Ayatollah Khomeini in 1979
took one almighty step towards surrendering the clash of civilisations
when it saw its House of Representatives (equivalent to the House of
Commons) unanimously pass a resolution to commemorate and recognise
the month of Ramadan as the Islamic holy month. The language from the
bill text is reprinted below. A reciprocal arrangement where the Saudi
Shura (unelected parliament) commemorates and recognises Christmas and
recognises the Christian faith as one of the great religions of the
world is _not_ expected for the foreseeable future.
With “allies” like those in the US Congress, who needs a fifth column
of jihadists preparing for a fundamentalist take-over of Europe?
The text of the bill
110th CONGRESS
1st Session - H. RES. 635
Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of
fasting and spiritual renewal, and commending Muslims in the United
States and throughout the world for their faith.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
September 5, 2007
Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas (for herself, Mr. MEEKS of New
York, and Mr. KEITH ELLISON) submitted the following resolution; which
was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs
RESOLUTION
Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of
fasting and spiritual renewal, and commending Muslims in the United
States and throughout the world for their faith.
Whereas since the terrorist attacks on the United States on September
11, 2001, threats and incidents of violence have been directed at
law-abiding, patriotic Americans of African, Arab, and South Asian
descent, particularly members of the Islamic faith;
Whereas, on September 14, 2001, the House of Representatives passed a
concurrent resolution condemning bigotry and violence against
Arab-Americans, American Muslims, and Americans from South Asia in the
wake of the terrorist attacks;
Whereas it is estimated that there are approximately 1,500,000,000
Muslims worldwide;
Whereas Ramadan is the holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal for
Muslims worldwide, and is the 9th month of the Muslim calendar year;
and
Whereas the observance of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan commences
at dusk on September 13, 2007, and continues for one lunar month: Now,
therefore, be it
Resolved, That--
(1) during this time of conflict, in order to demonstrate solidarity
with and support for members of the community of Islam in the United
States and throughout the world, the House of Representatives
recognizes the Islamic faith as one of the great religions of the
world; and
(2) in observance of and out of respect for the commencement of
Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, the
House of Representatives acknowledges the onset of Ramadan and
expresses its deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and
throughout the world on this significant occasion.
The Congress passed the resolution unanimously 376-0 on October 2,2007.
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Davey Crockett - No 4Q to Reply
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Date: 07 Oct 2007 12:06:34
From: Mark
Subject: Re: Meanwhile, back at the Funny Farm
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Davey Crockett wrote:
> ...House of Representatives (equivalent to the House of
> Commons) unanimously pass a resolution to commemorate and recognise
> the month of Ramadan as the Islamic holy month. The language from the
> bill text is reprinted below. A reciprocal arrangement where the Saudi
> Shura (unelected parliament) commemorates and recognises Christmas and
> recognises the Christian faith as one of the great religions of the
> world is _not_ expected for the foreseeable future.
Ummm, that's 'cause the U.S. is a pluralistic democracy (or at least
pretends/tries to be) and Saudi Arabia isn't/doesn't.
Would you recommend that the U.S. follow the Saudis' lead?
Mark J. (where did I put that Nomex jersey?)
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Date: 07 Oct 2007 08:17:22
From: Fred Fredburger
Subject: Re: Meanwhile, back at the Funny Farm
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Does this mean the terrorists have won AGAIN?
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