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Western liberals are too concerned over white “racism” as they seek to integrate Muslims in the EU. They start off assuming integration is the only way to go, but we know Muslims don’t see things the same way. The more devout among them lament every aspect of western culture that impinges on their customs and practices (consider the headscarve controversy in France). I doubt any Islamic fundamentalist would be at all satisfied with integrating the infidels. In places where we know Islamic fundamentalists have influence on government policies there’s no evidence of any effort to integrate non-Muslims (in Saudi Arabia, for example, you can be deported if seen wearing a crucifix or religious medal by a Muslim). Examples of initiatives among Muslim governments towards integration are sorely lacking.

In June the Italians foiled a plan by al Qaeda-linked Muslims in Italy to blow up a XIVth century cathedral in Bologna. The target was chosen because it contained a medieval fresco depicting Mohammed burning in hell. Seems to me a more medieval regard for Muslims might be wise.