What do you think of the Muslim reaction to the Danish newspaper cartoons depicting Muhammad?
Adam Ham, 22, St. Joseph’s student
“I can see their point of being upset but I guess our definition of freedom of speech is different than it is in their country. I’m sorry that they feel offended but they should also have a sense of humor.”
Melissa Kenison, 18, Standish
“I think we can only judge a culture by their own standards, not by our own. And if that’s something that their culture stands behind and their religion stands behind, then we as Americans can only respect that. I would also want them to judge me by my cultural standards, not by theirs.”
Mike Lorrain, 65, Casco
“I think the whole world should lighten up a little bit. Peace. I’m surprised.”
Jodie Chalmers, 24, Portland
“My boyfriend is from Morocco and is Muslim. I think anyone has a right to react if their religion is being bashed on. If they have a sense of pride for their religion, I don’t see why they shouldn’t be able to stand up for it.”
Donald Mulcahy, 52, Naples
“I think it’s ridiculous. They behead people on TV and that’s okay. But we’re supposed to be more tolerant? It’s kind of a double standard to say the very least.”
Janalyn Meserve, 51, Standish
“This is America, and there is freedom of speech and a freedom of choice of religions. All people should respect each other. I was surprised by their reaction. They make fun of us and we’re over there fighting for them. They should be a little more tolerant of the Western culture. We’re tolerant of their culture.”
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