I like Ben Afflek he is handsome, intelligent and a good Actor. His recent defense and points made on Islam are common views. Still we should have a right to look at this religion and even criticize some of its teaching and values without being called racist. For example, I think some of the tradition and practices of Hassidic Jews are quite bizarre! Does that make me an antisemite and racist? Obviously to some it might and the Hassidic leaders might claim that I'm not a real Jew but they're unlikely to issue a ruling (Fatwa) calling for my death because I've criticized their religious practices. One of the main differences among the faiths unfortunately is the justification for the use of violence. This is wrong and if these Religions of "Peace" resort to violence as and end to justify their means, we should have the right to condemn and speak out against it without being called racists.
Here is an article with a more detailed explanation.
Portrait of Islam - Is Ben Afflek right in using the racist card?
