All cultures are not equal! Why do we bend over backwards to accomodate or avoid offending cultures and customs that are destructive to the American society. This applies to both immigrants and citizens of this nation. The ingredients  put in the "melting pot"  should improve the dish, not lessen it. Here is a little limerick to summarize.

Multiculturism is claimed best.

Even secularists think it "blessed".

When stirring together

Do we stop to think whether

To keep just the good, toss the rest?