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Originally Posted by Drolefille
Mr. William's expressed a bigoted opinion about an entire group of people and didn't even base that opinion on reality. He added that people wearing Muslim garb are 'declaring themselves first and foremost as Muslims' and that attitude to me, demonstrates the undercurrent of belief that Islam is incompatible with being an American.
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I believe he was discussing his feelings not an opinion. It may be semantics but I think there is a difference. One's feelings are one's feelings and simply stating them does not a bigot make. It is how you react to those feelings that makes the difference. If one reacts rationally then the feeling/fear has been overcome in that particular instance. I simply don't think a person should be fired for being politically incorrect or expounding a feeling or even a view that is contrary to the perceived liberal or conservative norms.
Jesse Jackson stated at one time that he feels afraid he might be robbed when approached by black men on a dark street. That is his feeling and it is his concern. I am pretty sure he is not bigoted towards black youth due to this feeling. Some may think that these feelings might be irrational but they are apparently real to him. Hypothetically, if Jesse Jackson had worked for NPR and made this same statement today would his firing have been justified?
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