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...This backlash against Williams’ moderate suggestions derives from an inherent misunderstanding of what the Archbishop??s intentions were. He recognized that certain provisions of Shariah were already acknowledged by society, not that the U.K. should adopt Shariah as a “parallel jurisprudence.” For example, Williams said individuals could resolve aspects of specified matters such as martial law and regulation of financial transactions under the jurisdiction of their choice, allowing British Muslims to forego choosing between cultural and state loyalties. That there is one law for everybody is an important part...
...fortunate that the payment did not come at the expense of the wonderful programs the Church runs in the city. The emergency shelters, food pantries, foster care services, mental-health counseling and other ministries that the archdiocese supplies help support Boston’s needy. The archbishop??s commitment to make the payment from the proceeds of the property sale—instead of parish offerings, funds from the Annual Catholic Appeal or the continuing capital campaigns—demonstrates the correct willingness to bring about justice while not causing additional harm. While others might have held onto...
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