Turned away from talk

I came to hear the speaker on Wednesday night at the Darby Library and arrived early to do so. I arrived prior to 5:30 p.m. and was turned away with the explanation that there were no more seats available. While standing there, several people came and were let in. I asked why and was told they had tickets.
I left the building and passing a lot of unhappy people standing outside realized this had been going on for some time. As I walked to my car, I saw others getting out of theirs with these elusive tickets in their hands. Strange how only certain people seemed to have these tickets and the general public was not informed that they needed any to get in.
I, like others outside, wanted to ask questions but soon became aware this was a feel good lecture for those who believe ignorantly that Islam is a religion of peace. I’ve read it referred to as Islam culture which is an untrue statement. Their culture includes all the practices which have developed around Islamic religion, which wants to kill all infidels if they don’t convert. Mr. Bitar states that he wants to have open conversations about what is happening around the country but it seems to be only one-sided.
What Mr.Bitar, who is from Palestine, fails to point out is Palestinians are extremely hateful of the Jewish people and send rockets into their country regularly killing many people in Israel. Perhaps he should go to Palestine to spread his love and hope there and teach them to love Israelites.
John Gibney
Hamilton