Coincidence or a Profile in Courage?

Poll: Jordan top anti-Jew nation

Jordan leads the Islamic world in its
antipathy for Jews according to a
new poll by the Pew Research Center.

The poll, which surveyed 17,000 people in 17 countries, said 100 percent
of Jordanians viewed Jews unfavorably. The majority of Jordanians are Palestinians,
but the late King Hussein and his son and successor, King Abdullah have
been known for their pro-American stances.

from the World Tribune

Well, apparently not exactly 100%. Seems there’s
this one guy, Abdullah….

Jordan’s king extends hand to Jews

Abdullah, talking to rabbis, lauds common values

By Charles A. Radin, Globe Staff | September 22, 2005

WASHINGTON — Convening an unprecedented meeting between a Muslim head
of state and Jewish religious leaders, King Abdullah II of Jordan urged
Jews and Muslims yesterday to ”take bold steps toward mutual forgiveness
and reconciliation" to counteract extremist violence produced by
distortion of religion.

from the Boston Globe

So, what do people in Amman think of their King?
Hero or traitor? Can one courageous man turn back a tide of historical
hatred
and prejudice? The guy deserves the Pulitzer, in the Dowbrigade’s book,
just for trying.

Meanwhile, the country with the most FAVORABLE opinion
of Jews was Holland, although we couldn’t help but notice that Jamaica
was somehow excluded from the study….

Pew Institute Study