I have lived half of my life in "Western society" and never encountered those principles [listed by the NYT as "Western" ]. What is wrong with me. ... So Mr. Bush stands for "gender equality, religious freedom, scientific inquiry and the rule of law" and I have never noticed? (As'ad AbuKhalil)

I have lived half of my life in "Western society" and never encountered those principles [listed by the NYT as "Western" ]. What is wrong with me. ... So Mr. Bush stands for "gender equality, religious freedom, scientific inquiry and the rule of law" and I have never noticed?

As'ad AbuKhalil

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