The horror that happened in New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington are unspeakable acts against humanity. And yes, I have family that was directly affected.
In addition, there is one point that really saddens me about the aftermath. As reported, various Islam organizations receieved death/bomb threats after the trajedy. I never thought of the American people as that ignorant. I am extremely saddened to see this same ignorance here amongst future doctors - people that are supposed to more intelligent than the average Joe.
Anger is justifable. However, it must be directed at the zealots that performed the act - only.
Prejudice is another crime against humanity. One that people commit when they 'damn' a people because they are different (i.e. Muslims). Please let us not be ignorant. For that is where all these issues really start.
Research Islam before you damn it. Learn about what you are afraid of, and I'm sure you will find that they are just like you. Remember, most everyone in the world essentially wants the same thing: joy, happiness, and a better life for their children. And, most importantly, this all starts with the individual.
-A