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P. J. O'Rourke

I think it's been hard for people to understand how Islam can be a good religion, and yet the Islamists are evil. Those of us who have had experience with Islam understand this, just as we understand the difference between snake handlers and people going

P. J. O'Rourke

Religion

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The quote highlights the challenge in separating the peaceful teachings of Islam from the harmful actions of extremists who misuse the religion. It compares this distinction to recognizing that not all people involved with snakes are dangerous handlers, implying that experience helps clarify these differences.

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