In the People's Republic of Victoria, Catholic when convenient Chairman Andrews, who was very scathing, almost hysterical, about Thornburn's church's beliefs (mainstream Christian) on homosexuality and abortion, has given $5 million to the Islamic community to ensure that "everyone across our state knows about the works of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him".

The silly mutt must be oblivious to what Muhammad and his followers think of homosexuality and abortion, and what should be done about it. They really put Christians in the shade.

What kind of a comment is that to be made by a
Christian at Christmas time?

Diversity is what makes the state of Victoria great.
The Labor government is investing money to fund
an Islamophobia campaign to stamp out racism against
Muslims in Victoria. Their announcement forms part
of Labor's promise to deliver initiatives that support
multi-faith communities in the state.

They are backing multi-faith communities not just by
words but by actions.

Victoria's Islamic communities are an integral part of the
state. The government is making important changes so
Muslims can live freely and safely knowing the government
has put the right safeguards in place to protect people.
All people, not just a select few. That's what good governments
are supposed to do.

Hi Foxy,

The Forums bigoted haters, we know who they are, unfortunately these old chaps with one foot in the grave, can't but help themselves, other than spew hateful bile about all kinds of minorities. You show remarkable restraint when dealing with these reprobates, I tend not so. Other than give them a "clean slate" every New Years, which usually expires before 'Epiphany' there's not much more I can do.

Dear Paul,

I know that many people have a problem with Islam
Most tarring all of that group with the same
brush is wrong. And to criticize the
Victorian government for trying to not discriminate
and be inclusive towards the multi-faiths that make up
the state - is also wrong.

Hi Foxy,

Just yesterday my wife was talking to a lady in her 70's, she told how for years she has not had contact with her daughters family including the grandchildren, this is because they are members of some way-out Christian sect which doesn't believe in Xmas, and forbids contact with "blasphemers". The lady in question is heartbroken because of this.

p/s These religious nutters are not in some far off land, they are right her in Brisbane somewhere. Like political extremism, religious extremism is just as dangerous.

Dear Paul,

If only we could put aside our prejudices and learn
to live and let live. I watched the Aboriginal Woman's Choir
sing last night - in their own language. It was very moving.