Luton Outlaws - Independent Message Board for Luton Town FC

I've already explained I don't have a problem with Muslims. I have a problem with the Islamic ideology. You will get people of all faiths who follow their religion to differing extents.

Unfortunately the Islamic ideology cannot be altered because it is based on a book that is supposedly perfect. Therefore it can't be reformed or changed in any way.

This doesn't matter for Muslims that don't follow it to the letter, but unfortunately they are then open to criticism for not being 'good Muslims' because they are only following some rather than all of the teachings in their religious text.

Yes handing out sweets is nice but I'm afraid it pales into insignificance against the backdrop of 9/11 or 7/7 or Manchester Arena or London Bridge etc etc.

Kids playing football in the street is great obviously. People supporting their local team is great too. That doesn't mean there aren't any other things to be sceptical about. It would be wholly naive to do that. Unfortunately it seems there are plenty of people who don't want to look at the harsh reality because it is too unpleasant to do so and probably requires too much effort to fix. Sorry but that is a cop out.

You can like people but still criticise certain aspects of the things they choose to do, ultimately out of compassion for them.