Will a British Political Leader Ever Say This?

Iain Dale today asks the question: "Are we being Islamaphobic?" as a result of the widespread reaction to the Archbishop of Canterbury's recent pronouncements on such topics as Sharia Law in Britain.

Although Rowan Williams' lecture seems to have been somewhat clumsy, and probably not reported in a way that would accurately convey what he was trying to say, it is timely to ask Dale's question, especially if one takes the trouble to look around at what has already been happening in this country, such as this long (but fascinating) article from Devil's Kitchen.

His own response of "No!" is the correct one, if (as I believe was his interpretation of what is being suggested) there is a real danger of our own native laws and customs being overruled and subjugated as a result. This does seem likely, based on the evidence to date, particularly in respect of other matters (such as polygamy) that operate outside our natural and established laws; and are now effectively being sanctioned and even encouraged by offering additional State hand-outs.

We have been far too weak in upholding our own culture and nature in Britain in recent years, and it appears that those with the power to do so are very much prepared to let our nation be undermined by allowing "alien" influences to dominate in preference to our own.

I suspect that, on the assumption that the following is accurate (and it has come from a generally reliable source, so I have no reason to disbelieve it), it looks like Australia's John Howard probably has the right approach, as this article demonstrates:

Muslims who want to live under Islamic Sharia law were told recently to get out of Australia, as the government targeted radicals in a bid to head off potential terror attacks.

Separately, Howard angered some Australian Muslims on Wednesday by saying he supported spy agencies monitoring the nation's mosques.

'IMMIGRANTS, NOT AUSTRALIANS, MUST ADAPT. Take It Or Leave It.'

'I am tired of this nation worrying about whether we are offending some individual or their culture. Since the terrorist attacks on Bali, we have experienced a surge in patriotism by the majority of Australians.'

'This culture has been developed over two centuries of struggles, trials and victories by millions of men and women who have sought freedom.'

'We speak mainly ENGLISH, not Spanish, Lebanese, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, or any other language. Therefore, if you wish to become part of our society, learn the language!'

'Most Australians believe in God. This is not some Christian, right wing, political push, but a fact, because Christian men and women, on Christian principles, founded this nation, and this is clearly documented. It is certainly appropriate to display it on the walls of our schools. If God offends you, then I suggest you consider another part of the world as your new home, because God is part of our culture.'

'We will accept your beliefs, and will not question why. All we ask is that you accept ours, and live in harmony and peaceful enjoyment with us'

'This is OUR COUNTRY, OUR LAND, and OUR LIFESTYLE, and we will allow you every opportunity to enjoy all this. But once you are done complaining, whining, and griping about Our Flag, Our Pledge, Our Christian beliefs, or Our Way of Life, I highly encourage you take advantage of one other great Australian freedom,

'THE RIGHT TO LEAVE.'

'If you aren't happy here then LEAVE. We didn't force you to come here. You asked to be here. So accept the country YOU accepted.'

All we need now is a British political leader to take the same kind of stance, and much of what is wrong with Britain today will probably be wiped out in short order.