Muslims in “Disbelief” Over Pushback in the Netherlands
March 15, 2010 – 10:49 amWhat is unbelievable is that no one is asking why the Dutch are pushing back! Dear Michael, Dutch Parliamentarian Geert Wilders’ Party for Freedom won local elections in a surprise vote two weeks ago (see story below). This comes on the heels of the Swiss referendum banning minarets on mosques, which passed with 58% of the vote. Predictably, Muslims and politically correct government officials and commentators are reacting with disbelief and warnings of a new wave of “hate.” Here’s the question people should be asking. Why are so many people, in two countries noted for their tolerance, pluralism, and commitment to multiculturalism, pushing back with their votes? Clearly, increasing numbers of Europeans have reached a point where they have lost patience with the Islamization of their countries. Clearly, Islamic militancy, expressions of supremacy, and an unwillingness by most Muslims to assimilate have pushed more and more ...
