Firstly I do think that everyone should read the full article in order to understand the conceit that the Hitch was trying to get across.
Secondly my own belief is that when you choose to visit or permanently reside in any country, you are bound by the rules and laws of that country - even if they directly contradict your own beliefs or the laws in which you were raised. While certain exceptions can, and indeed have, been made to accomodate religious belief - it is unacceptable for anyone to demand changes or exceptions that are offensive or socially unacceptable to the wider society.
Secondly my own belief is that when you choose to visit or permanently reside in any country, you are bound by the rules and laws of that country - even if they directly contradict your own beliefs or the laws in which you were raised. While certain exceptions can, and indeed have, been made to accomodate religious belief - it is unacceptable for anyone to demand changes or exceptions that are offensive or socially unacceptable to the wider society.