I am probably one of the biggest non-Muslim proponents of Muslims and Islam. But as with many religions, there are a few things I do NOT understand. In Saudi Arabia, a teenage girl was sentenced to two months in jail and 90 (yes, NINETY) lashes as punishment for bringing a camera phone to school. A few years ago, 16 teenagers received 300-500 lashes for being aggressive with a teacher. I suppose public floggings are better than punishments received for stealing, but it seems rather barbaric to me.
The United States fights for justice, democracy, and equal rights for all... when it's convenient or politically inspired. Why does Saudi Arabia remain one of our major allies despite the fact that the majority of the 9/11 terrorists hailed from Saudi?
President Bush holding hands with a Saudi prince in 2003.
President Obama bowing before a Saudi king in 2009.
That's right... they are our "friends."
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