Originally posted by Mr_Trek:Most of those people probably just talk though. But sure, it is scary that it feels like some kind of world-wide conflict between the west and "the muslims" could be coming. (And be doom for mankind.) Hatred is on both sides. Humans have a natural instinct to be afraid of "different". But I'd say there's loads of understanding on both sides as well. You must realize that those people don't represent Sweden well at all.
Well, for many people being a taxi driver in Sweden is probably a fantastic option.
Of course they don't represent Sweden. Such radicals can be found in any country and religion, and this is my whole point: Do not judge a country/race/religion by looking at their radicals.
There is loads of understanding on both sides, I just hope it reaches enough people in time to stop something catastrophic.
(You're right about Taxi driving being a fantastic option for many, but Iranians don't see it like that. Iranians traditionally take pride in their education and job, it is very important for them, so if they go through the trouble of leaving their country and moving to some other country, they won't be satisfied with being a driver. and I'll look you up if I go there
