2/9/06, Letter to the Editor, printed in the Dallas Morning News

Dear Editor:

I am a Texan Muslim and condemn the cartoon depictions of our Holy Prophet, Muhammad.  People of all religions should feel welcome and safe to practice their religion in the peaceful manner for which it was intended. For this, I am proud and would like to applaud the responsible and conscientious conduct upheld by our newspapers this side of the Atlantic. The media must balance its right to free speech with its duty to guard the religious sensitivities of all religions, and refrain from vulgarity which deliberately provokes others. To my Muslim brethren, I would hope that you too would take your responsibility and follow the legacy of our Prophet and return insults with forbearance and kindness.

Bilal A. Rana