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| DragonLegend | Sep 17 2008, 01:58 AM Post #61 |
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We were talking about terrorism way before that PLO post. And I didn't apologize, all I said was that Palistinian terrorists are a bunch of pussies, and you're not a Palistinian terrorist, are you, Sal? And if you were, I wouldn't apologize. |
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| MxDiane | Sep 17 2008, 09:38 AM Post #62 |
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Worteltjes World
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lmao. |
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| Ichigo1uk | Sep 17 2008, 03:21 PM Post #63 |
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Huh?
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He's talkin about Isreal, not Canada =P |
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| Lazurath | Sep 18 2008, 01:56 PM Post #64 |
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Dragon, I have no idea what goes on in your house, but from the few things you've posted here I get the image it must not be good. However, I feel as though you're trying to find something to blame for your troubles in life, and the easiest answer for you is "your" religion. Don't get me wrong, I have absolutely nothing wrong against your disliking of Islam. That's perfectly fine. To not agree on it's teachings or messages is perfectly acceptable; however, denouncing 1.4 billion people worldwide, based on perhaps personal experiences, isn't acceptable. Whilst it is undeniably true that there are Islamic fundamentalists that are the crazed, blood-thirsty creatures made out to be, the vast majority of these people are ordinary citizens who follow their religion the way it's meant to be followed. Problems aren't Islamic-exclusive. All around the world there are bad things happening to innocent people even as we speak, regardless of religion, race, ethnic group, gender, or even soft drink preference. This brings me to my second argument; your profound, complete, almost fanatic love of America. Like I said before, the US is a great place, and has done a great deal of good for the world, and is undeniably the most powerful country in the world. However, just like every single thing that has ever existed on this planet and is to exist, it is not without it's flaws. The government doesn't always truly have the best interests of the people at heart. The education system is found wanting, there is no public health system, racial tensions continue, along with a variety of other problems cross the country. America is a country that prides itself at accepting people from all corners of the world and being one of, if not the, largest multi-national country on earth, having large communities of Asians, African-Americans, Latinos, Europeans, South Asians, everywhere. So then why your prejudice against Muslims? The only reason that America is the "greatest country on Earth" is due to it's sheer size, vast natural recourses, and economic wealth. Several other countries, such as Iceland, would indeed be "greater countries" than America if they had the same size, recourses and population of America. It's just they don't. In fact, Canada rates 4th on the HDI study (basically, quality of life), whilst America makes it at 12th. You may face troubles in your life, but consider yourself lucky. You have a good education, can afford a computer (let alone internet), always have enough to eat, and lead a comfortable life. Most people don't have these luxuries... ![]() http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/September_11,...erican_reaction http://groups.colgate.edu/aarislam/response.htm [/seriousness. Hopefully...] |
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| DragonLegend | Sep 18 2008, 02:15 PM Post #65 |
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Yeah...I can't read all of that right now, I'm going to sleep in like 10 minutes
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| DragonLegend | Sep 19 2008, 02:51 AM Post #66 |
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Ok, I read it, but I really don't see your point. I'm gonna reply though, because I think you spent a lotta time writing that :/
Ofc, I'm trying to find something to blame for this, but it's not Islam. And, for the 99th time, Islam isn't "my" religion. ![]()
Isn't acceptable to who? That's the question. But I'm not really looking for acceptance. I couldn't care less if everyone thought I was a mad man for disliking Islam.
That's what I don't like.
I've never said that Islam is to blame for all problems of the world. And if I have, I was definitely joking.
Let me put it this way: It's like loving somebody; They're not perfect, and they definitely have flaws, but your love for them is so...(what's the word I'm looking for here...) strong, that you really don't care, and only see the good things about them.
America is currently working on those issues.
Because I am not America. Because I am not a country that supports all religions of the world.
I wouldn't say the only reason, but those did help.
What's your point?
1- I don't, actually. 2- I can't. This one is for the whole family, and it sucks. But it's enough, I guess. 3- Slooooooooooooooooooooooooow :) 4- Haha, not exactly. 5- I've never been comfortable really, except when I was a little kid. Everyday is a struggle. :| Believe me, I'm not lucky.
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| Drakedeath | Sep 19 2008, 02:55 AM Post #67 |
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Why the hell is there a JEWISH STAR on that plane? The Muslims did it, not the Jews. |
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| DragonLegend | Sep 19 2008, 03:03 AM Post #68 |
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I like you already |
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| MaxJ | Sep 19 2008, 03:59 PM Post #69 |
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Wij van A414A adviseren A414A
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I gonna watch Jews in Amsterdam in a few weeks :) |
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Jouw wereld, jouw A414A forum. | |
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| Lazurath | Sep 19 2008, 04:15 PM Post #70 |
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Exactly. That's why I said "your", not your.
It's not acceptable to basic human morality. You're right, it's not that it's not acceptable, it's the fact it's completely illogical and utterly insane. If you don't care, fair enough. No-one cares anyway when you're locked up in a pillow-room :P
Fair enough. Just don't take it out on innocent people.
True. But I wasn't saying that you had said that, but rather all around the world, no matter where you go, there will always be major problems people will have to deal with.
Ok, fair enough.
Just like every other country in the world :rolleyes:
Then you have no right to ever be called an American until you can accept other peoples.
Well, there are other reasons, but they all came from those three reasons. Maybe you could add strategic location as well.
I'm saying that to be the "Greatest Country on Earth" doesn't necessarily mean having the biggest economy, the strongest army, or most recourses. It's about how well the people live, the stability of the country, the effectiveness of the government, and their tolerance to others.
1- At least you have an education, which gives you at least some later-life opportunities. Millions of children don't even get the basics. 2- It's still a computer. Which is more than most people on this Earth can claim they own. 3- (Same reason as 2) 4- Well, you never really go hungry for long periods of time. You at least get decent nutrients. 5- "Comfortable" doesn't mean having a nice sofa to sit your tired ass on. It means you don't have to work for 14 hours a day to earn $2 and live off potato scraps. You have a house, I'm assuming medical centres, a car, and so fourth. Whilst you may not be happy with your family or friends or etc., just be grateful.
Believe me, lucky is subjective. To some of the poorer people I've seen living here in China, you could be a fluckin' emperor for all they know. |
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| Supervizor | Sep 19 2008, 04:19 PM Post #71 |
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dragon, what is the last thing u did that was good? u where proud of a bit aswell? help out a friend (not counting lending him 50 cent), help somebody badly in need, donated to charity, did charity work? |
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| The_Fry_Cook_of_Doom | Sep 19 2008, 04:23 PM Post #72 |
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I doubt he'd remember, or really care for your question, that is to say the least. Yeah Dragon, listen to Laz, you may think your life sucks, but that's generally in comparison to upper-class people. Millions of people in the world don't even have proper clothes and shelter, yet you have. |
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| Supervizor | Sep 19 2008, 04:31 PM Post #73 |
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ultra, ur argument sucks :P. U don't compare urself with people in some far away country, u compare urself with people around u. not saying whats he doing right either.... but that would take to long, he wouldn't really understand and if he did he wouldn't give a shit :P. People don't change that easily. |
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| The_Fry_Cook_of_Doom | Sep 19 2008, 04:42 PM Post #74 |
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:OOOOOOOOOOOOMAAANN
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Alright. Comparing himself with people around him in his own country, you can say his living standards are average, to say the best. |
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| Supervizor | Sep 19 2008, 04:58 PM Post #75 |
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just think like u would think in his situation. You don't wake up and know theres shit in your life and think: well, atleast theres african kids who got it worse! u compare urself with people around u, and u are not happy if ur needs aren't fulfilled:![]() ![]() best life u can have is when you (imo): fulfill ur primairy needs (food, water, shelter) have friends. have a wife and a family stop desiring so much. edit: some people actually do care about something higher: some like nature, some about other people etc. Being active in this field also fulfills a important factor in your life. Some just cba.... I guess people don't really get it o_O. |
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| The_Fry_Cook_of_Doom | Sep 19 2008, 05:17 PM Post #76 |
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:OOOOOOOOOOOOMAAANN
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That's a nice image, I'm favouriting it. |
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| Ichigo1uk | Sep 19 2008, 11:25 PM Post #77 |
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Huh?
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i highlighted the sex bits. |
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| DragonLegend | Sep 20 2008, 01:37 AM Post #78 |
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Maybe I'm not human...? :P
See, I don't dislike Islam because Muslims ruined my life. I dislike Islam because of...Islam. I know what Islam teaches and forces people to do. I know a lotta things about Islam. I know things I can't even explain. It's like moving to some place in Africa, and then finding out that the people there worhip a God who tells them to rape innocent children. Would you support that religion? Ofc, not. And that's the same thing with me and Islam.
I'm not beating or hurting any Muslims. I'm just saying that I don't like Islam. If that's offensive to them, then that's not my fault. Like Sal posting stuff about religion, and then the religious people complaining about how Sal is offending their religion or something. Freedom of speech FTW.
Well, yeah...but not every other country. :)
Americans aren't supposed to be supportive of every single religion in the world. America, the country, is. Americans have the right to not support any religion they don't wanna support. Are you saying that every single American in the world has to support Islam in order to be called an American?
You're forgetting wars, inventions, discoveries, etc...
Maybe those ( supposedly ) don't apply to America at this time, but every country has its ups and downs. Who knows, maybe all those problems will be fixed in 5-10 years.
1- Later-life? I'm leaving when I'm 18. That means I won't be taking any degrees or whatever with me. I don't really need school right now. 2- I guess you're right... 4- *Cough* Ramadan *cough* 5- Emotional pain is far worse than physical pain, Laz.
They need to know more, then. |
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| DragonLegend | Sep 20 2008, 01:38 AM Post #79 |
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I don't remember. Mainly because I haven't been out of the house in months. ![]() Well, I sometimes help people on Agecomm at the Technical Support forum. Does that count? :) |
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| DragonLegend | Sep 20 2008, 01:39 AM Post #80 |
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Clothing and shelter are over-rated. |
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| DragonLegend | Sep 20 2008, 01:41 AM Post #81 |
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That pretty much defines happiness :) |
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| Supervizor | Sep 21 2008, 11:05 PM Post #82 |
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what my message was: u complain others don't treat u well (aka, they lack the care for you). But you yourself aren't helping anybody either
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| gs | Sep 21 2008, 11:18 PM Post #83 |
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Slow down
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as if you helped your parents as much as they helped you. srsly, they're his parents, they should care about him. |
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| Adams | Sep 21 2008, 11:55 PM Post #84 |
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Lifes just a blast its moving really fast u better get on top or life will kick u in the ass |
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| DragonLegend | Sep 22 2008, 03:32 AM Post #85 |
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Well actually, I'm not talking about people not treating me well. :/ I'm gonna go ahead and end this conversation right now, k?
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| Incog | Sep 22 2008, 03:18 PM Post #86 |
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CHEERIO!
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I'll take over! My parents are getting divorced!!!! (not) |
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Black tulip Tribute to the the greatest of the great. | |
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| Incog | Sep 22 2008, 03:31 PM Post #87 |
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CHEERIO!
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His niece is teh hot.
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Black tulip Tribute to the the greatest of the great. | |
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| Incog | Sep 22 2008, 03:33 PM Post #88 |
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CHEERIO!
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> http://tinypic.com/esknrb.jpg
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Black tulip Tribute to the the greatest of the great. | |
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| MaxJ | Sep 22 2008, 03:33 PM Post #89 |
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lol
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Jouw wereld, jouw A414A forum. | |
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| DragonLegend | Sep 22 2008, 05:18 PM Post #90 |
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ROFL! Hotter than Germee
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