Who says they don't have debates? Go and read up more about the
difference between political extremism disguised as Islam by the
media, and real debates about the future of Islamic thought by
progressive scholars in the Middle East, America and Britain.
Just because you see what the mainstream global media wants you to
see, doesn't mean the reality is not there.
And starting a debate without understanding the place that religion
has in the heart and mind of a practising Muslim, and assuming that
Islam and other religions are weighed equally by different
individuals in their daily lives, is not very wise.
It's about the language and assumptions used. If you come to the
negotiation table with a huge chip on your shoulder and are not
prepared to put aside your hangups or assumptions for even that
period of time, any debate will be a waste of time.
No one is forcing you to agree with anything, it's all about
respecting the differences and trying to find the common
ground.
If there's no room for debate, then this forum might very well be
an illusion. I've seen your posts in Eternal Hope, and I am quite
offended with the kind of language you use there as well.