Emails to the MCB on U.S. tragedy

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Thursday 20 September 2001 at 09:13
J Crawford

We dont all believe all Muslims are murderers and supporters of the people who did those dreadful things in New York. I do sincerely hope that the >mindless idiots who want to attack and berate you on the basis of your faith are soon brought to justice - or see sense. It is shaming to normal English people to hear of the behaviour of this idiot minority. This terrible thing that has happened will plague us all for years to come I am sure, whether further killing will help is doubtful. I am glad I am not the President or the Prime Minister having to make these decisions.


Thursday 20 September 2001 at 23:42 19:15
Dr Lorcan Smith

I hear on the news that you have been getting 'hate emails' and worse from some people about the World Trade Centre disaster.

I can only apologise on behalf of the vast majority of the English people whom I know and have talked to about this terrible act. These friends and I recognise that it is totally wrong to blame any major group (either religious or racial) for this. Many of us are of most concerned about the lack of leadership being shown by our politicians who seem more intent on posturing than on supporting the rich network of cultures in the UK. It always amazes me how the weakest politicians believe they can enhance their stature by talking tough.

Please have patience (I know it can't be easy) with the foolish and the bigotted among us who evidently want scape-goats, but are unwilling to apply their imagination to the horrendous possible consequences of mindless revenge.


Thursday 20 September 2001 at 22:09 17:07
David Bradford

The recent happenings in america have made me realise that your breed should not be welcome in our country. What are you doing to ensure that muslim extremists are being deported from our shores? If you don't take action then there are many thousands like me who will.


Thursday 20 September 2001 at 22:14
Paul Lakin

The MCB wisely counsels in responding with justice rather than military action to the recent plane attacks overseas. Whilst all loss of innocent life is to be grieved by humanity, American and British leaders present rhetoric of war does little to enhance its prospects in the perception of observers.

Expression of distress and anger is understandable but finger pointing and threatening others, without proof, betrays the democratic system we proclaim as our bedrock and simply provokes worst suspicions of western arrogance. Surely now is the time for grieving loved ones as governments agencies quietly go about evidence gathering and review security procedures. Once the facts are as best known as possible then it is proper for judgement and action. Such action not being easily dismissive of the possible advantages of other countries judicial systems on offer.

At a time when we most need to overcome barriers and join together against the evils of pointless destruction it is distressing that such violation continues to be mirrored in British society with increased attacks on mosques and people who may be perceived as Muslims. Their attackers stupidly regarding them as all guilty by ethnic association despite clear and repeated condemnation of terrorist activity by most of the Muslim community. It is sad to accept that there are bigots and extremists in every race and as a white British born person I am not proud to have such racism associated with my own colour.

Each country has its own lessons to learn from this particular tragedy. It is my perception that Britain is presented a political and spiritual opportunity to move forward, finally shedding the constrictive notion of imperial superiority and a we know what's best attitude in interfering with other nations destiny, even on occasions such actions are patently unjustified. Rather than perceiving ourselves as under invasion by all of the issues of race and immigration confronting us, it really is time the white ethnic community realises it can only benefit by constructive engagement and frank opening up of positive communications with all of the other groups comprising our population. It is only through negotiation of common interests whilst learning to accommodate certain differences that we can truly engender respect.

Continuation of fear and divisiveness can only result in cynical mutual destruction whereas expansion of the personal morality to its highest level we can live by positive example. Now that's something to be proud of offering the rest of the world.


Thursday 20 September 2001 at 21:28
kchthomas

You have sown the wind, now reap the whirlwind. For to too long the indigenous population of these isles have listened to your whinging, this is our country, we will fight back. HWYL FAWR.


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