Apes and Pigs

Its in the book. A Saudi 4th Grade text book. On NPR this morning.
 Saudi Text

“The center’s report cites numerous examples. It quotes a fourth-grade text as telling students to ‘love for the sake of God and to hate for the sake of God.’ The report says that textbooks instruct students that Christians and Jews are ‘apes and pigs’ and warns students not to ‘greet,’ ‘befriend’ or ‘respect’ non-believers.”

Saudi officials say it takes a while to change a school system. Tell us about it! Ever hear of: No Infidel Left Behind?

 

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Harry is a ferociously good natured eccentric in Duluth Minnesota who detests traitors dressed up as Uncle Sam. You can find somewhat better edited writings of his at the Duluth Reader "contributors." page. The URL is:

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