American Youth Blind to Hate?

This picture, like many others of its kind, is a typical image at any Arab rally. But, following the Israeli aggression on Lebanon, this kind of image is being seen in various other countries in Asia.

I am not promoting or criticizing the burning of the US flag, or the trampling of Israeli and US flags under the angry feet of protesters. I am writing a small letter to the American public, particularly the youth. This is not a defense of the actions of Arab protesters.

Every American citizen is aware of how much money the US donates to poorer countries. Every one knows how much assistance and financial aid goes to the third world countries. Actually, American taxpayers complain about having to fund poorer countries such as the Arab and Asian ones.

Why, then, do the people of these nations harbor so much hate for America? What is the US doing wrong? Does anyone wonder?

There is no hiding that George W. Bush is the world's most hated figure, followed closely by Tony Blair. But, if these two men are modern-day Supermans, why so much spite toward them? The answer, young Americans, is there if you look for it. All you have to do is to get rid of the idea that the Middle East and other Muslim countries are full of hatemongers and ungrateful terrorists.