Islam in Europe: perception and reality

[abaris]

Maybe you think that war isn't a reality, or that groups like ISIS should not be engaged militarily? But what a laughably naive person--not to say callous to the victims of ISIS--you would have to be to admit that.

No, I'm arguing for being perfectly aware of what one is buying when making war. I'm also arguing against the fairy tale of any war being something clean, with all kinds of euphemisms employed. Such as colaterals when the real word is innocent victims.

The public as well as politics and individuals should be aware of that when engaging. They should know the package they're buying.

And again, I'm well aware that we're better than ISIL. That's not the hardest task on this planet. But that doesn't make me comfortable with civilian casualties. Most of all because I am willing to walk a mile in the shoes of the victims and can only come to the conclusion that joining up with the enemies of my enemies is a very realistic option.

So, words are words. Better stay on planet earth and think of the consequences. Before taking certain actions, that is.