Muslim Americans are learning how to use guns for protection

"May you live in interesting times." Yes, it really is a curse, isn't it. These are interesting times and there are no easy answers. I will offer just one thought: The Muslim-American community has to take a stand. If people believe they are "supporters of ISIS" it may be because they have been silent in the face of events. I've heard speculation that American-Muslims are afraid to speak out lest they become targets of Muslim extremists, that they will be considered apostates of the religion of Islam. However, their silence is being interpreted by non-Muslims as support for the terrorists. No, it isn't fair. It's fear. Everyone is fearful and that's when the danger is the greatest. I can't answer this question for Muslims. I won't condemn all Muslims. I'm not among the fearful. I'm just reporting what I observe.

We should welcome and encourage this from the already-demonized Muslim population here in the US. It shows Americans as being welcoming to those who are different, and is an effective counter to the IS recruiting strategy of "They won't accept you, come do our bidding". If they are accepted and embraced as a member of the communities where they live, then they won't ever consider turning against their country.