Texas Faith: Separation of church and state

The separation of church and state has been a catalyst in guaranteeing freedom to every religious group. This can be better understood through stark contrasts between pluralistic nations and the nations where one religion dominates the others. We enjoy religious freedom, precisely because of our diversity; an antidote to extremism. You practice your faith and I will do mine - Mike Ghouse at Dallas Morning News

Continued: http://theghousediary.blogspot.com/2012/09/texas-faith-is-separation-of-church-and.html

Mike Ghouse is committed to building a Cohesive America and offers pluralistic solutions on issues of the day. He is a professional speaker, thinker and a writer on pluralism, politics, civic affairs, Islam, India, Israel, peace and justice. Mike is a frequent guest onSean Hannity show on Fox TV, and a commentator on national radio networks, he contributes weekly to the Texas Faith Column at Dallas Morning News and regularly atHuffington post, and several other periodicals across the world. The blogwww.TheGhousediary.com is updated daily

Interfaith Peace Chapel - Pluralism Prayers

When you say Namaste to someone, you are essentially saying, let the good in you connect with the good in me. When the Abrahamic faiths call Salaam, Shalom and peace to you, they are initiating a relationship with peace. May you be drenched in peace, soaked in peace and together we will talk, think and act peace. It is conditioning each other for creating good acts and talks.

Continued: http://theghousediary.blogspot.com/2012/09/cathedral-of-hope-interfaith-pluralism.html

Shouldn't Bush support Romney as Clinton does for Obama?

It was good to see President Clinton bat for Obama; he puts things in perspective for people to see clearly what is happening. He has turned things around for Obama in the convention, and is doing that now hitting Sunday morning political shows.

On the other hand, either Romney or the mainstream Republican Party is keeping former President Bush at bay, what a shame!

They did not even want to see President Bush Jr., or senior in the convention, of course President Bush pre-empted them by saying he can’t make it, even before a possible ask.

Romney has a whole lot of Bush men working with him, including Rove. The Democrats will hit him hard as the time gets closer, “Governor Romney, were you embarrassed about your former Republican President?”  Did you realize that the men and women surrounding you are the same group of embarassers?

Most moderate Republicans were banking on Romney’s moderation, including me, but Romney slipped, he assumed the only way to get elected was to turn to the right, who did have a good record of turning around in 2010, gaining a majority in the house.

What Romney failed to see was, as he has failed to see so many other things, that the Republicans dumped radicals like Santorum, Cain, Gingrich, Bachman and their likes, none of them fit in the common good criteria.  If Romney was any smart, he would not follow the path of those who were rejected. He can still dump them, but that would be too much flip flop.  The man does not have the balls to stand his own ground, or his own principles.

Mike Ghouse is a speaker, thinker and a writer on the topics of Pluralism, Coexistence, politics, interfaith, Islam and cohesive societies. He is committed to building a cohesive America and offers pluralistic solutions on issues of the day.

Ted Koppel versus Bill O'Reilly

Its about news coverage and particular emphasis on news, I just cannot believe Bill says with a straight face, fair news! As Koppel concludes it is business and not good for the country

http://nation.foxnews.com/ted-koppel/2012/09/20/oreilly-and-koppel-go-head-head-worthiness-cable-news 

More Fatwas on the way on anti-Islamic film maker

MORE FATWAS ON THE WAY ON ANTI-ISLAMIC FILM MAKER

There is no shortage of opportunists in the world. No one has exclusive monopoly on being an idiot; members of every race, religions, nationality and ethnicity are in this game together, particularly the politicians. This essay is about a $100,000 bounty offered on the head of the anti-Islamic film maker from Pakistan. 

The next one in line would be President Mahmoud Ahmedinejad, who is losing out in Iran with the sanctions, and the only way out for him is to show to his people that he fears no one but God, and he will get a fatwa issued on the film maker as if it is a heroic thing, and a few will fall for it.

http://smirkingchimp.com/thread/mike-ghouse/45664/more-fatwas-on-the-way-on-the-anti-islamic-film-maker

MikeGhouse
www.MikeGhouse.net

CBS NEWS - GHOUSE RESPONDS TO DEADLY LIBYAN PROTESTS

A Muslim himself, he believes even some religious leaders have it all wrong. “don’t insult the Quran, or the Prophet, they got nothing to do with it….There are idiots out there calling themselves Imams that are issuing Fatwas to go and kill anyone who insults the prophet…they’re wrong, dead wrong. Read to me…where do you find this violence in the Koran? If it is not in the Koran, where are you coming from?”

http://dfw.cbslocal.com/2012/09/12/north-texas-reaction-to-deadly-libyan-protests/

9/11 PROMPTS STRONG MUSLIM COMMITTEMENT TO AMERICA

Americans Muslims are fully committed to a strong, peaceful, prosperous and secure America. As Americans, we uphold, protect, defend and celebrate the values enshrined in our constitution. Our faith reinforces the creed of "One Nation under God, with liberty and justice for all."

Continued at Huffington post: 

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mike-ghouse/911-prompts-muslims-to-ma_b_1867143.html

Battling it out with Sean Hannity on Fox News

Unlike the other shows, the Hannity show is divided into segments of 7 minutes, and in each segment two guests participate, the guests get roughly 1:45 Minutes each.  Since September 11 this year, I have been on his TV show thrice with Brigitte Gabriel, Zuhdi Jasser and  George Birnbaum, former Chief of Staff to Bibi Netanyahu,  and twice on his radio show.  This has given me about 45 appearances on the show in two and half years. 

A "few" Muslims simply don't get it, without engaging with others, you cannot solve the problems. It was Reagan who started the bullshit that we do not deal with terrorist, we do not sit and talk with our enemies carried out by most Republicans... come to find out the same bullshit is followed by a "few" Muslims. "If you don't talk with your enemies to make peace, then who do you talk with? Says Mother Teresa. I hammer that point on Hannity frequently, he may not get it, but the public does with the amount of email feed backs I get after the show...at one time it hit 321,000.

Every one gets beat up on the show, but I go with a singular objective - to get three points across and sometimes I just get one. Last night 9/21 - I maintained Obama's video in Pakistan was not an apology, but the duty of the president to protect the lives of Americans.  A partial list of my shows is  on Hannity, http://www.hannity.com/guest/ghouse-mike/10804

TEXAS FAITH - Religion and the right to free speech

Freedom of Speech is understood in two different ways; one group believes that irresponsible statements must be controlled and censored by the government, whereas the other group believes that I mind my own business, let others do theirs. For Americans, it’s an alien idea to imagine the Government controlling one's freedom to express. 

Full story at Dallas Morning News- http://theghousediary.blogspot.com/2012/09/texas-faith-religion-and-right-to-free.html

MUSLIMS DON’T GET IT

The Legitimacy of Muslim protests about the film ‘Innocence of Muslims’ and the freedom of speech are major issues facing the world today. I am pleased to offer a summary of issues and pluralistic solutions. 

If you feel hatred towards them, you are clearly justifying their hatred towards you. We all have to rise above it and mitigate conflicts and nurture goodwill. That was the message of Jesus, Muhammad (pbuh) and every spiritual master. We cannot have peace, unless we contribute to it, we cannot have peace, if we aggravate it.

Please feel free to share your comment at full article at :http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mike-ghouse/freedom-of-speech-and-the-legitimacy-of-muslim-protests_b_1902427.html

Obama Clinton is not an apology but protection of citizens

Brother Sean Hannity - Obama/Clinton video in Pakistan is not an apology, it is the responsibility of state to protect her citizens.

However, we must value the responsibility of the state to protect her citizens, and if this is what it takes to save the lives of Americans elsewhere, it may be considered as a short measure. In long run, however, we must not compromise on free speech that is a God given right and hallmark of civilizations.

Full piece at Dallas Morning News and  http://theghousediary.blogspot.com/2012/09/texas-faith-religion-and-right-to-free.html

AGA KHAN’S CENTER FOR GLOBAL PLURALISM - HUFFPOST

His highness Aga Khan clearly sees the roots of pluralism in Islam, and has graciously established the Global Center for Pluralism which disseminates academic research work on Pluralism in Islam. Indeed, his speeches and writings are in inspirations and an essence of pluralism in action.  

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mike-ghouse/911-prompts-muslims-to-ma_b_1867143.html

Mike Ghouse is committed to building a Cohesive America and offers pluralistic solutions on issues of the day. He is a professional speaker, thinker and a writer on pluralism, politics, civic affairs, Islam, India,Israel, peace and justice. Mike is a frequent guest on Sean Hannity showon Fox TV, and a commentator on national radio networks, he contributes weekly to the Texas Faith Column at Dallas Morning News and regularly atHuffington post, and several other periodicals across the world. The blogwww.TheGhousediary.com is updated daily. Talk/Text (214) 325-1916

EBOO PATEL IS ONE OF THE PILLARS OF AMERICAN PLURALISM

Eboo Patel is one of the major contributors of Pluralism

continued http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mike-ghouse/911-prompts-muslims-to-ma_b_1867143.html

Mike Ghouse is committed to building a Cohesive America and offers pluralistic solutions on issues of the day. He is a professional speaker, thinker and a writer on pluralism, politics, civic affairs, Islam, India,Israel, peace and justice. Mike is a frequent guest on Sean Hannity showon Fox TV, and a commentator on national radio networks, he contributes weekly to the Texas Faith Column at Dallas Morning News and regularly atHuffington post, and several other periodicals across the world. The blogwww.TheGhousediary.com is updated daily. Talk/Text (214) 325-1916

9/11 PROMPTS STRONG MUSLIM COMMITTEMENT TO AMERICA

Americans Muslims are fully committed to a strong, peaceful, prosperous and secure America. As Americans, we uphold, protect, defend and celebrate the values enshrined in our constitution. Our faith reinforces the creed of "One Nation under God, with liberty and justice for all."

Continued at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mike-ghouse/911-prompts-muslims-to-ma_b_1867143.html

 Mike Ghouse is committed to building a Cohesive America and offers pluralistic solutions on issues of the day. He is a professional speaker, thinker and a writer on pluralism, politics, civic affairs, Islam, India,Israel, peace and justice. Mike is a frequent guest on Sean Hannity showon Fox TV, and a commentator on national radio networks, he contributes weekly to the Texas Faith Column at Dallas Morning News and regularly atHuffington post, and several other periodicals across the world. The blogwww.TheGhousediary.com is updated daily. Talk/Text (214) 325-1916

9/11 Memorial in Dallas - Unity Day USA

YOUR INVITATION TO

               VIII ANNUAL UNITY DAY EVENT

It is a purposeful event to bring people of different faiths, races, ethnicities and other uniquenesses together to feel the oneness of our nation and to feel indivisible.

to be together as Americans

to express our gratitude to our Firemen, Police and Armed Forces
to honor seven individuals who have contributed to the well being of the DFW

to honor two communities for their work towards building a cohesive America
to emphasize and appreciate diversity represented by America.

to cherish the other American as American and nothing but American

to rededicate our pledge to the peace, prosperity and security of America

Please join us with your family and friends to be together as Americans. Your presence is a valuable expression of unity. Along with our elected officials, civic, religious and business leaders, you help fulfill our common values and aspirations. Your presence fortifies our commitment to a pluralistic America.

Event: 8th Annual Unity Day USA

Date: Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Time: 11:30 AM -1:30 PM

Where: Unity of Dallas,
Address: 6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230

The Marine Guards will start off the ceremony followed by the Sikh Community Members singing our national Anthem followed by recognizing seven individuals who are making a difference in building a cohesive America. Two communities have been playing an exemplary role in sharing their work and action that brings Americans together. The civic leaders including state Representatives, Mayors, council persons, Fire and Police Chiefs will join us followed by 13 leaders representing Atheism to Zoroastrianism to share the wisdom or scriptures from their traditions. There will be light lunch in the Sikh Tradition.

Awards: Seven Individuals for building bridges in Dallas/Fort Worth communities

Communities: Two outstanding communities this year for their service

Organizations: Participating organizations are you in?

Details: http://www.UnitydayUSA.com

Donate: http://americatogetherfoundation.com/donate/

RSVP to: ConfirmAttendance@gmail.com (there is no charge for the event)

We will gather as Americans and rededicate our pledge to the peace, prosperity and security of our nation.

As Americans, and as American Muslims, we uphold, protect, defend and celebrate the values enshrined in our constitution. All our faiths reinforce the creed of "One Nation under God, with liberty and justice for all”.

On this Unity Day USA, we, the people of the United States of America of every faith, race and ethnicity, will gather to express our commitment to co-existence, safety, prosperity and the well being of our nation.

How unity day as conceived http://911unitydayusa.blogspot.com/2011_12_01_archive.html

Thank you.
Mike Ghouse
(214) 325-1916 text/talk
www.AmericaTogetherFoundation.com
www.FoundationforPluralism.com
www.UnitydayUSA.com