I think we should resurrect this thread. The topic is dear to my heart and I don't feel that the initial discussions did it justice. This is particularly relevant in these post-fact days given the move towards a utilitarian approach at the expense of Kantian deontological policy making. Plus I don't think the theodicy question has been adequately addressed. In addition no mention was made on consubstantiationalist approaches to cultural integration.
But having said that what has one said?