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January 15, 2015

The Other Side: Check Out These Angry ‘You Are Charlie’ Muslim Protests Against Charlie Hebdo

Often, an eye for an eye is what you WANT to do to, at the very least, make yourself feel a bit better. But sometimes taking the high road is actually the better option. Humans still need to learn that.

Yes, what has happened in France (and let’s spare a second for Nigeria too, please) is horrific, but is it not a bit too soon to be putting the Prophet Mohammed on your front cover in what can be seen as a form of retaliation?

Obviously you’re somewhat angered and upset over what happened (who wouldn’t be?) but is this the right move?

Many Muslims believe that depicting the Prophet in any way is a defamation, and they have reacted with anger and dismay.

Some felt their expressions of solidarity with Charlie Hebdo after last week’s attack had been rebuffed, while others feared the cartoon would trigger yet more violence.

Around the globe, Muslims protested:

Well, I think we can safely say that if we continue this less-than-wonderful game of tennis, we’ll all be hating on each other by Easter weekend.

 Check out The Daily Mail