A friend of mine that I work with is of Palestinian decent who came over in middle 1970's. He happens to be a Christian, yes there are Christian Palestinians. He is a friend whom I would trust with my life. He is married to an American women and has two daughters. He has been a NRA member. He is one of the most kindest persons I have ever met and would fight along side of us if we had to.
The problem is today I went to work and I really did not know what to say to him. I could see the pain in his face, but he hid it as best he could. He almost seemed embarrassed, saddened, alone , and disgusted all at once. We did not even talk about the WTC. It almost seemed as if he was afraid I would turn my back on him or shun him because he is of Palestinian decent. He really seemed like he wanted to talk about it, but either of us did not know how to bring up the subject.
I shared this because I kind of wanted to put a human face on it.I want payback as much as anyone, but I want it directed at those responsible directly or indirectly. My friend has the personality, morality,and character that makes him good American Citizen and he is of Palestinian decent.
No Slack!