2/15/06, Letter to the Editor, printed in The Orange County Register (California)

(in response to media coverage of the Danish cartoon controversy)

Dear Editor:

I am an American Muslim and condemn both the cartoon depiction of our Holy Prophet Muhammad and the violent response of a minority of extremists among the Muslims. I am proud of the responsible conduct of our U.S. newspapers.

Freedom of speech must be balanced with a duty to refrain from vulgarity intended to provoke hatred. I hope that my Muslim brethren will follow the advice of the Holy Prophet and return insults with forbearance and forgiveness.

Sincerely,