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Another 'Religion of Peace' moment, brought to you by.....yep, ISLAM!
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 7:27 AM
KWICKO
"We'll know our disinformation program is complete when everything the American public believes is false." -- William Casey, Reagan's presidential campaign manager & CIA Director (from first staff meeting in 1981)
Quote:No error: You DID say we disliked America, twice even. I didn’t say YOU called me a terrorist, I have heard it over and over from the right, especially during Bush’s time in office: that anyone who disagreed with his policies was anti-American; anyone who argued for the rights of detainees or such were “terrorist sympathizers” or just plain terrorists. They also say we hate America, which, lessening the accusation to “dislike”, doesn’t change the meaning much.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 7:29 AM
Quote:Originally posted by Niki2: Aww, c'mon...surely we can get to 200 posts if we really TRY...
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 8:04 AM
PIZMOBEACH
... fully loaded, safety off...
Quote:Originally posted by Kwicko: Quote:No error: You DID say we disliked America, twice even. I didn’t say YOU called me a terrorist, I have heard it over and over from the right, especially during Bush’s time in office: that anyone who disagreed with his policies was anti-American; anyone who argued for the rights of detainees or such were “terrorist sympathizers” or just plain terrorists. They also say we hate America, which, lessening the accusation to “dislike”, doesn’t change the meaning much. Yup. Pizmo claimed that we "dislike" America, which is patently untrue, and something he or she would have no way of knowing one way or the other anyway, unless we (all of us, any of us) came right out and said we disliked America.
Quote:Originally posted by Kwicko: My wife squeezes the toothpaste tube from the middle. Drives me nuts, it does. I dislike that she does that, but I still love my wife. How can that be? How can one dislike the things another does, yet still love them? Bush did things that I thought were to the great detriment of our country. I hated many of the things he did; I never hated my country though. That's an authoritarian streak that seems to run only through the right wing, this idea that if you oppose a President and his illegal wars, you hate your country. I was *embarrassed* for my country, but only because we had a really horrible president who was trying to do things to destroy our nation and hurt its people. But I always loved the country itself, even while I felt an intense dislike for the occupant of the Oval Office. I actually can dislike the man in the office without hating the office itself, or by extension, the country.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 8:06 AM
Quote:Originally posted by Kwicko: Quote:Originally posted by Niki2: Aww, c'mon...surely we can get to 200 posts if we really TRY... And then some.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 9:39 AM
NIKI2
Gettin' old, but still a hippie at heart...
Quote:So, did you like America then? Remember the frustration, the human rights violations? Remember how it seemed like it might never end? That's what I think some people tapped into on the mosque silliness, "not again."
Quote:Speaking of dislike, I think they still dislike America a bit, like they're still reeling from a George W hangover, and still feel shame. They were somewhat anti-America under W and they just haven't figured out how to get past it. Now, any behavior that can be remotely connected to Bush-like behavior gives them flashbacks and stirs up those old feelings, makes them afraid that even with Reverso Bush (Obama) things haven't really changed that much.
Quote:It's like they have to hang the same ugly mask on anyone that disagrees with their position - makes it easier?
Quote:you have to try and uglify anyone that disagrees with you – childish
Quote:You definitely come here with a closed mind
Quote:Says it all, there's only Niki's way. Please review Frem's post about people living inside loops.
Quote:So waterboarding *embarrassed* you? Did you giggle just a little and then feel bad?
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 9:50 AM
Quote:Originally posted by Niki2: I hope we can let this lie;
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 10:29 AM
HKCAVALIER
Quote:We all know that if Islam can get away with a stunt like this in American, it can get away with anything!
Quote:There is a difference between practicing your religion, which everyone has the right to do, and rubbing your religion in people's faces as a triumphalist political statement, which is what's happening here.
Quote:I'd be interested to know just how bad an insult has to be before it's no longer protected by the first amendment.
Quote:...it will overlook the scene of conquest...
Quote:Nobody knows where the money is coming from.
Quote:...and he blames America for 9/11...
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 11:53 AM
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 3:43 AM
Quote:Originally posted by HKCavalier: Pizmo, I've posted numerous arguments making my case for going ahead with the community center in NYC and you haven't--to my knowledge, nobody here has--made a single reasoned refutation of any of it. It's just plug their ears, tell me black is white, and now you post another hysterical b.s.-packed video from Mr. Bug-eyes. Et tu, Pizmo?
Quote:Originally posted by HKCavalier: I said that the difference between thinking something was "a bad idea" and opposing it was a matter of "conviction." You're saying it's not? You think it's a bad idea, but you support it? Are you making the fine distinction of supporting their right to do it and yet thinking it's a bad idea? Forgive me if that is really where you're at, which is perfectly reasonable, but you have been oddly and continually vague about just where you stand on this matter. And that's your right, but don't be surprised when folks misread your mixed signals.
Quote:Originally posted by HKCavalier: Meanwhile, I've somehow implied that you hate Muslims? No, I was saying that next to Islam = terrorist, your argument, whatever it is, doesn't stand a chance. What I was sayin' was that the opposition to the building would have ZERO TRACTION if not for the rabid anti-Islamic sentiment that's swept across this nation in the last month. This controversy exists because of it. Without that, your "I think it's a bad idea" would just be some guy's opinion (hence the word, "eccentric") and the thing would be going ahead as planned having been approved by the City of New York nearly A YEAR AGO.
Quote:Originally posted by HKCavalier: As to ol' Bug-eyes here:
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 5:47 AM
ANTHONYT
Freedom is Important because People are Important
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 5:52 AM
Quote:Originally posted by AnthonyT: "respects that but thinks that the mosque should be built some place else" Hello, So, I am afraid that an atmosphere of persecution will lead to an observance of 'rights by convenience.' What emotion is driving you?
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 5:56 AM
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 6:49 AM
Quote: opposition to the building would have ZERO TRACTION if not for the rabid anti-Islamic sentiment that's swept across this nation in the last month
Quote:I don't think any religion should be untouchable (which Islam seems to think it should be) - I think all religions should be similarly challenged.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 7:02 AM
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 8:31 AM
Quote:Originally posted by AnthonyT: Hello, I have been blind to an argument against the Mosque that is disconnected from emotion.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 9:02 AM
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 9:58 AM
Quote:Originally posted by AnthonyT: Hello, The Wire... I don't think I have. --Anthony Due to the use of Naomi 3.3.2 Beta web filtering, the following people may need to private-message me if they wish to contact me: Auraptor, Kaneman, Piratenews. I apologize for the inconvenience.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 10:04 AM
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 10:37 AM
Quote:Originally posted by pizmobeach: I actually made plenty of reasoned refutations against it, even quoted the nytimes quoting muslims from around the globe making reasoned comments against it, but you SEEM stuck on the extremists opposition view only.
Quote:As far as this guy... he's on youtube so you have to take everything he says with a grain of salt (just like the media) because there's tons of money to be made with popular youtube videos. FOR THE RECORD: I don't agree with everything he says, I don't know how anyone could because it would be a long time checking his all of his claims, but I LOVE the fact that he's saying it. I don't think any religion should be untouchable (which Islam seems to think it should be) - I think all religions should be similarly challenged.
Quote:I have absolute conviction that building the community center is a bad idea for muslims and non-muslims. My first post on the subject: http://www.fireflyfans.net/mthread.asp?b=18&t=44879 quote: "The First Amendment protects freedom of religion," Manley said. "Sen. Reid respects that but thinks that the mosque should be built some place else." That sums it up for me. I was surprised that O. said anything on this now - let New York and Bloomberg fight it out - but I guess considering the occasion of the dinner he had to say something, and of course the repubs would whine about anything he'd say. I can't help but think a better solution would have been for him to "appeal" to the people that want to build the mosque to build it elsewhere ("with all due respect, it would be better for all muslims in the US if you do"), try and make both sides happy, come out an undisputed hero all the way around, and win some votes in Nov. If they refused the onus would be on them, "I tried... but our constitution is clear on this..." which he said except for the I tried part. That place will be a target either way, I'd stay clear on the day that there aren't protestors out front."
Quote:"...the rabid anti-Islamic sentiment that's swept across this nation in the last month." How are you quantifying that?? By what you see on tv? I kind of agree in that it wouldn't be as big of a story if the Media didn't have that angle to play up, that's the engine that drives the story, but it's not the whole story. I was pleased to see David Gergen speaking about this on cnn. He said, "there are plenty of pro-muslim people who are anti-mosque." (as in not rabid anti-islamists) He also debunked the polls that show what appears to be a shocking percent of Americans believing Obama's a muslim and puts Islam ahead of America. "Pure Politics. Republicans that are polled are going to anything to denigrate him... they could ask, "do you think Obama killed Elvis?" and they'd say yes." (Think of what AURaptor would reply if he was polled) Americans by and large have proven themselves to be a tolerant nation." I agree.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 2:52 PM
FREMDFIRMA
Quote:And I am profoundly offended that people in this country cannot see Islam as a religion like any other. I don't think such people should be given the time of day in this country. They are anti-American, in my view, and must be educated, not placated.
Quote:Half the country believes in the boogeyman, they want to outlaw turning out the lights when we go to bed, so let's try to find a workable compromise. There is no such compromise. Either you believe in the boogeyman or you do not.
Quote:It has been said that the difference between headology and psychiatry is that, were you to approach either with a belief that you were being chased by a monster, a psychiatrist will convince you that there are no monsters coming after you, whereas a headologist will hand you a bat and a chair to stand on. The Headology approach is also very similar to Susan Sto Helit's practical approach to children's problems; since the child already believes in a Bogeymen then you may as well go along with it and teach them that they can also, very firmly, believe in the fireplace poker too.
Quote:When it comes right down to it, I'm not defending the Muslims who proposed this community center a year ago and were unanimously approved by the city of New York, they don't need defending. But it would appear that the Constitution of this country and what it means are in serious need of defense just now.
Thursday, September 2, 2010 10:03 AM
WAFFENMAC
Thursday, September 2, 2010 10:21 AM
STORYMARK
Thursday, September 2, 2010 12:02 PM
Thursday, September 2, 2010 12:58 PM
Quote:You think he shoulda spoken for compromise and I think the President cannot afford to compromise where rights are concerned. His job is not to make sure all factions in this country just get along, his job is to uphold the Constitution. And I agree with him that the Constitution is quite clear on this one. And I am profoundly offended that people in this country cannot see Islam as a religion like any other. I don't think such people should be given the time of day in this country. They are anti-American, in my view, and must be educated, not placated. It's the old FOX ploy of saying whatever garbage the right hands us instead of facts, we have to give it equal weight with the actual facts or we're not being "fair and balanced."
Quote: I think it's a big part of why the Democrats suck. A lot of 'em are just people-pleasers who've risen to power by getting people to like them and now that they actually hold power and can actually pilot the Ship of State where they will, they find that they have no will but the desire to be liked and compromise themselves out of political relevance.
Quote: But it would appear that the Constitution of this country and what it means are in serious need of defense just now.
Quote:One of the main reasons the name Muhammad has become so popular is that Islam, which was founded by the prophet Muhammad, has become the world’s second most popular religion after Christianity. Muslim parents often name a boy Muhammad to show their reverence for the Prophet and Islam and to influence their child in developing good character,
Quote:Experts said that the increase was attributable to immigration, a higher birthrate and conversions to Islam during the period of 2004-2008, when the data was gathered. They said that it also suggested a growing willingness among believers to describe themselves as Muslims because the western reaction to war and terrorism had strengthened their sense of identity.
Thursday, September 2, 2010 2:25 PM
Thursday, September 2, 2010 2:33 PM
MINCINGBEAST
Thursday, September 2, 2010 2:46 PM
Thursday, September 2, 2010 2:57 PM
Quote:Originally posted by AnthonyT: Hello, Are you no longer seeking the Brown Post? --Anthony Due to the use of Naomi 3.3.2 Beta web filtering, the following people may need to private-message me if they wish to contact me: Auraptor, Kaneman, Piratenews. I apologize for the inconvenience.
Thursday, September 2, 2010 3:27 PM
Thursday, September 2, 2010 3:42 PM
Quote:Originally posted by AnthonyT: Neither America nor Christianity has EVER been the numerically superior Thing On Earth. Moreover, one of the core concepts of the United States is that ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds are Utterly Unimportant. So, Who Cares if we are 'Out-bred?' I won't invoke the tired trope that people who don't understand this must 'Hate America,' but I am strongly tempted to believe that they 'Don't Understand America At All.' --Anthony
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