If the individual accepts the “Western” brand of Buddhism which is non-violent, they are absolutely correct in their statement. Buddhism, historically or active

If the individual accepts the “Western” brand of Buddhism which is non-violent, they are absolutely correct in their statement. Buddhism, historically or actively in other sects do not impact how a Western individual practices their form of Buddhism. If we can accept the sects of Christianity and they have different viewpoints, etc. without the whataboutism, we need to do the same and stop this with “Western” Buddhism, as well.