Many cowboys and cowgirls left the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo earlier this year left outraged because the opening prayer was carried out by Imam Mouthed Bakhach.
For some reason, organizers felt it would be a good idea to diversify who delivered the prayer, and for most including a Muslim was going to far.
So who’s the genius that thought this would be a good idea? Tensions in Texas have certainly been heating up between Muslims and ‘infidels’ as evidenced by mounting protests.
“I just will choose NOT to go somewhere that embraces a religion that wants me, my family and my people DEAD,” one individual wrote on the rodeo’s Facebook page, according to the Star Telegram.
“Muslim/Islam has no place in this country let alone fwssr. Not one Muslim has come out against the radical actions that is the Muslim belief. PERIOD. COWBOYS DON’T WANT IT,” another reportedly commented.
“This really disappoints me in the FWSSR! Sad to see such a Texas & American institution fall in the gutter of political correctness,” yet one more person echoed.
As noted by The Dallas Morning News, outrage did not appear directed at Bakhach’s comments, but simply at the inclusion of someone who belonged to the Muslim faith.
Nevertheless, according to the Star Telegram, Bakhach said he sensed a “beautiful spirit” at the venue Sunday and thought the prayer went well.
“I didn’t hear any negative reaction to what I said,” he told the Star-Telegram. “I sat down to watch the show.”
“I didn’t hear any negative reaction to what I said.”
Share:The president and general manager of the rodeo, Brad Barnes, said he found the Muslim Imam’s comments to be “spot-on” and “very appropriate.”
Others also defended him on Facebook.
“Kudos to FWSSR for leading the way and understanding that America is a country of immigrants. Thanks for showing love and not hatred by showing tolerance for all religions; as Freedom of Religion applies to every American, even if they don’t look like you or believe what you believe,” one person wrote.
“The ignorance here,” another echoed. “You all should be ashamed of yourselves.”
The Stock Show will continue through mid-February.
Don’t think so.
It’s apparent we got Muslims working hard in turning a Christian nation into a Muslim nation now it’s obvious there is a war taking place here ! Christians stand firm with god where ever you find yourselves! He who is in you is stronger then who is in the world this is not a isolated event it is being promoted in every arena in sports, local torn meetings rodeos you name it be watchful and resist this evil in our land with all your hearts minds and soul!!! Be vigilant mighty warriors !
I would of stood up and started singing the National anthem
<-Would have walked out.
In America there is such a thing called democracy which may only exist with a balance of power..when the scales of justice tip to one side or the other you can feel the effects of the cosmic power but to stay hybrid allows you to maintain that homeostatic balance needed for normalcy and well being of mind, body and soul. While some may prefer to be far left or far right others may like the balance and freedom of choice to do what is best for them and making good choices is not always a clearcut black or white matter. Everyone has a different set of circumstances known as existential family that perhaps was out of their control at some point. Customization is key! I hate it when someone tries to limit my choice of friends or food. That to me is very cliquesh and immateur like high school. I can reason and select what i need for the circumstance. I need the ability to pick n choose my own food options. Only you as an individual can know that and nobody else. It does not make someone a rebel for them to do what is best for themself and respect themself. Furthermore, don’t try to make them out as conniving or manipulative either. When we do not know, don’t assume.
Shame. People should have left.
Are you serious?
Why the hell did they do that? I would have left too. No one cares if we are offended.
i would walk out , leave
Somebody needs to be fired!