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Post by RabiaMuweis on Aug 10, 2010 5:34:27 GMT -7
Hi Jaga & All
{I usually like free discussions. It is very good to have minority views - like Eric or Karl. WE NEED YOU!!!
It is also good not to have too much censorship.}
((I think we all need to understand that the world looks very different from different perspectives)
I agree with you on the principle that there should be an open dialogue, and acceptance of differences of opinion, but there are some responses cruel and unfair. For example:
For example :Re: Iranian mother of 2 will be STONED TO DEATH
some one said:->{Those Moslem people are not enlightened nor do they live in the 21st Century. They are backward and still live in the 14th century. I don't think even God can change them. }
This is something of what I read in one of the times
We are not, and this is not a Muslim customs, but this is a matter for judicial system to a different country, so that was an Islamic country that does not mean anything to Islam. It is painful to any Muslim, Arab or European or from anywhere in the world, to read this sentence.
What I would like to say that we speak freely and be something different does not hurt anyone, but to be cruel to each other a painful thing
But I do not have the position of one who even disagree with them, and I love the forum and I respect everyone and I'm sorry if I wrote something cause inconvenience to somebody .
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Post by karl on Aug 10, 2010 6:47:03 GMT -7
Here is my question, Why is it that the rest of the world hate Americans? We have saved many in war, and feed many for years, help others get a fresh start, and many of these turn on us. Why is this? Why do they hate us? Mike Mike I would be remiss to not respond to your question. But there is some thing you must do, and that is to read with understanding. It is not the United States that is being criticized, it is what the US foreign policy is conducting that receives critical response. In small words, it is not America that is being blamed, it is what it is doing...Ok? Jeepers Mike, even I am critical of my government with actions that do not suit my thinking. We just live with it and make do. Our foreign policy is not so different, it is just our operations differ in prospective and means. There is some thing though, that you needs be aware of: You are proud to be the nationality that you are, and that is you are an American. Most of us on the forum of Europe, are little different for we share the exact feelings for our respective nationality. Karl |
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Post by karl on Aug 10, 2010 7:03:48 GMT -7
Rabia Thank you for your kind words, very much appreciated. Your post is very well written and sums up in short the rules of proper behaviour. What is remarkable of your very well written post response, is the fact your 1st language is Arabic. With this in mind, you must formulate in your mind, then translate this into English. A very daunting task indeed so I must say... I am not so sure, many realize this whilst reading your post and presentation. Thank you Rabia for your presence and contributions  Karl |
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Post by Jaga on Aug 10, 2010 7:34:23 GMT -7
Here is my question, Why is it that the rest of the world hate Americans? We have saved many in war, and feed many for years, help others get a fresh start, and many of these turn on us. Why is this? Why do they hate us? Mike Mike, read this forum, maybe you would understand better why America is not always seen in positive light. Why do you wish citizens of other countries a misfortune and then you expect everybody love your government? |
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Post by Jaga on Aug 10, 2010 7:38:43 GMT -7
For example :Re: Iranian mother of 2 will be STONED TO DEATH some one said:->{Those Moslem people are not enlightened nor do they live in the 21st Century. They are backward and still live in the 14th century. I don't think even God can change them. } This is something of what I read in one of the times We are not, and this is not a Muslim customs, but this is a matter for judicial system to a different country, so that was an Islamic country that does not mean anything to Islam. It is painful to any Muslim, Arab or European or from anywhere in the world, to read this sentence. . Hi Rabia, I agree that this was not written in a very dyplomatic way. Many people have problems with the way how some Muslim countries treat certain groups of people like women or Christians. Of course, this does not happen in all countries, still, such habits are not seen in other countries. For instance: is it OK that women cannot drive a car in Saudi Arabia? Is it OK that the Christian churches are not allowed in Saudi Arabia? Saudi Arabia is the richest muclim country, so what happen there, influences other countries and influences our view of Muslim traditions. Why there is a religious police in Saudi Arabia making sure that everybody adheres strictly to the Muslim law? |
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Post by Bob S on Aug 10, 2010 7:51:37 GMT -7
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Post by indianamike on Aug 10, 2010 10:04:14 GMT -7
The other countries should love us what we have done for them, and not turn on us, or not hate us for what I may think of them. Anyway, unless this group is getting out my feelings, no one knows.
Mike
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Post by PolishMama on Dec 15, 2010 9:42:25 GMT -7
I'm not sure what the deal is w the topic but at the same time, I found another forum for polish people and joined it, hoping to communicate w other polonia members, but sadly, many there are racist against poles and all others, sexist, etc. And if you follow those particular people on that forum, they actually admit they are not polish, and seem to be there to cause dissent and possibly give poles a bad name, which is shameful. The comments there are not mediated except by some people who are ready to actually jump in w the same racist or other nasty dribble. I have to wonder at people's purposes at such comments... In the end, if you believe in God, and that He is the all mighty, who are you to judge his work? If you don't believe in God, you still don't have to be nasty... It just makes you look bad and those around you...
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Post by Jaga on Dec 15, 2010 11:23:35 GMT -7
Polishmama,
I am glad you like it here. We are happy to have you here! We try to keep a balance. We have mainly people with Polish or Eastern European roots. We have some visitors who do not have Polish roots but are interested in Polish culture.
I was born and raised in Poland, as you know, we have some other visitors who live in Poland.
If you would ever notice any bad atmosphere you can e-mail me directly. Sometimes I do not check all the threads and I just do not know!
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Opinions are something everyone has and can be easily changed; just like fleeting clouds in the sky. Habits and beliefs are a bit more difficult and take a little work to change. 
