Dr. Bob Edgar denounces the statement of Vines and explained that “many Southern Baptists, along with American Baptists and others, have publicly voiced their dismay at his divisive language, emphasizing that he does not speak for them. They note with sadness that Vines´ remarks may well generate anger and fear among many Muslims, and move some among us to disrespect and suspicion of Muslims, if not to acts of hate against them.”