The Mormon San Jose police chief who decided to observe Ramadan in solidarity with his Muslim constituents has completed the fast. And this is what he has learned: from KPIX/KCBS, with thanks to Stephanie:
“They may dress differently, they may have some customs that are different. But when you look at their family unit and interact with them, they are just like everyone else,” Davis said. “They’re human beings and they’re here to live the American Dream.”
Well, there is no doubt that they are human beings. And no doubt some are here to live the American dream. But Chief, have you ever by any chance heard the name Theo van Gogh? Have you ever heard of something called “Sharia”? Can you give us any genuine assurance that no San Jose Muslims cherish dreams of the caliphate?