Emails to the MCB on issues and events since Sept 11

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05 /04/ 2004
On Tuesday 30th March 2004 in England, eight British Muslim persons of Pakistani origin were arrested by approximately seven-hundred British police officers for allegedly being part of the 'Al Qaeda' terrorist group-but none of these eight persons had committed an arrestable offence; if I know this, who else does?
I think the British police urgently need to concentrate on their mental health-like learning how to think correctly.
I will be watching over this farce of eight innocent persons being arrested by approximately seven-hundred British police officers-when none of these eight persons had committed an arrestable offence; be careful.
05 /04/ 2004
Paul Russenberger
Dear Sir,
This is just an email from an ordinary Christian to thank you for issuing the recent letter to all Mosques expressing Islam's stand on terrorism.
I am convinced that Islam, Christianity and Judaism can co-exist and work together for the good of all God's creation and sincerely wish that there was greater openness and communication between the congregations of local mosques, churches and synagogues throughout the world.
May we all be strengthened on our journeys through life to God.
Yours faithfully,
05 /04/ 2004
Cllr Thomas Tudor,
Dear Sir/Madam,

Re: "Burning of the Union Jack in Regents Park"
I welcome the letters your organisation has sent to all Mosques with reference for all to be aware and report any terrorist like activities to the authorities, however I do think your organisation could be more proactive in condemning the behaviour of the very small minority of Muslim fanatics.
We all have had our newspapers today to see the loutish behaviour of those Muslim fanatics burning the Union Jack in Regents Park. It is my firm belief that if your organisation was to launch a televised condemnation to this type of behaviour and of course condemn the behaviour of Abu Hamza and the thugs that follow him, I am sure society will be more understanding that these kind of people are but a small group and do not reflect the true feelings of the rest of the Islamic community.
I look forward to seeing some kind of public condemnation from the Muslim Council to the burning of the Union Jack in London on the 2/4/2004 by those Muslim fanatics who are a real danger to us all.

Yours sincerely,

05/04/2004
Simon
I would just to say thank you for your responsible attitude towards the terrorism threat that we are facing in this country. I am sure that these must be worrying times for muslims, with your lead, I am sure you can promote the real and peaceful meaning of this faith, and stop more vulnerable young Muslims from walking the destructive path

Good luck, and respect

05/04/ 2004
Rolly Stephenson
Dear Britons
First let me commend you on the collation and distribution of your letter asking for co-operation in the fight against terrorist elements with in these shores.
You have a problem!
I honestly believe that so called Islamic fundamentalists are an extremely detrimental element and if left unimpeded will unfortunately annihilate any acceptable inclusion of the Muslim faith within the structure of the diverse multiracial community that is Britain. There is a need for Muslims to coexist within this framework as is true of all faiths and races who integrate themselves or their individual ideologies within this conglomerate.
I’m not Anti Muslim or Anti Black or Anti Asian or Anti Jew Ect…., But I am defiantly Pro Great Britain a patriot if you will and as a result I love and honour Britains union jack and all that it stands for, that is what it really stands for not some disillusioned small minded view normally echoed by organisations like the national front or other far right plebeians, It is these who have tried to highjack my countries union flag as a vehicle for there hatred of others. And in doing so portray patriots like myself as racists just because I choose to wear or fly the Union Jack with pride.
And so this brings me to my main point, when I see or hear that Muslims are burning flags, effigies or pictures of the Union Jack. I swiftly turn form a very moderate Englishman into an overtly Anti Muslim fundamentalist. No wonder there is such an emergent conviction amongst the general none Muslim community of blatant hypocrisy when Muslims complain about verbal injustice whether by Mr silk or certain Politicians.
You see were Muslims are very proud of there religious beliefs and teachings, Englishmen are very proud of there country not necessarily the countries majority religion but the British identity or ethos, it is for this reason that Britain is what it is today, A British mentality of national pride enables all kinds of races to coexist due to a belief that it’s Britain and its Morality that’s important not the religious views of it inhabitants.
A Verbal Attack on the British people or there community normally attracts a response that would generally be classified as a politically correct one, however attack the British identity or its nationalism and eventually those politically correct liberals will no longer be heard by the majority and my friends this will be to your detriment as a faith and will evidentially impact your faiths need for inclusion and acceptance.
I have noticed recently that already in general conversation there is talk of the enemy within. As Muslim leaders it is imperative that you are seen to condemn what is not British as well as what is not Muslim.
As an Englishman I do not tolerate any level of disrespect for Britain buy anyone irrelevant of who they are or who they represent and yes this does extend to those far right idiots who bring patriots like me into disrepute through there distorted views and actions. SHAME on ALL racial and religious fundamentalists.
Long Live The Queen & (Rule Britannia)
True Britons exist In Order To Acknowledge and Embrace The Diversity Of Faith And Culture In The Name Of Democracy And Brotherhood.
Bless You And Good Luck
05/04/2004
Zardad
Dear Brother sister,
I would like to raise a few points in response to the circulation of the letter and interviews given to the media by MCB representatives.
Firstly i would like to give the bare facts re the so called threat of Terrorism in the UK. So far over 500 people have been arressted, only 5% have been charged and only 2 people having been convicted (the 2 convictions were drug related and had nothing to do with Terrorism.
However, the interviews given by brothet Iqbal Sacranie and Inayat Banglawala seem to give the impression that the few people arrested have already been found gulity. The interviews were apologetic in nature and very defensive. Both failed to mention that not one british Muslim hads been covicted and Dozens are being held without trail or due process. And 23 other Muslim Nationals are being held in Belmarsh without tial (the UK own Guantanomo Bay.
It seems quite clear that Tony Balir and his establisment are hyping this to create Public opinion to Attact other Nations. Without creating fear in the Uk, The UK and the USA could never gain the public opinion needed to create Terror in Muslim Land and pillafge their resources.
One cannot condone any one who may even be thinking of targeting innocent civilians never mind caryying out attacks.
Your letter states that the Imamsand Mosque Chaipersns are doing exellent work, this clearly contrary to reality. Most Imams are ill equiped do deal with the reality and the Mosque commiteees are only interested in power politics. Having lived in various Towns i can state fron personal experience the divisions which exist along trible and nationalistic lines (this has nothing to do with Islam).
Lastly your choice of communication via the media leves a great deal to be desired. You could have published the privately without telling the media that this has been done. whilst Tony Blair applauding your communcae suggets that your agenda is set not by your organisation but by The UK government. You have sid very little againts the sppeches given by polticians including Tony who intheir minds ahve alraedy found Muslims and Islam Gulity.

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