Prisca wrote:
how many of them were written by non-Americans? It is hard for non-Americans to look outside their sphere. I'll tell you why 9/11 happened - because the USA has stuck its nose in foreign policies for too long, and a group of Arabs decided to say enough is enough. Not that I am condoning what they did, but I can understand what lead to this terrorist attack.
I am going to assume that you meant Americans, not non-Americans.
Yes, I have read some pieces written by non-Americans. Hilary_Step wrote an excellent post regarding how a clash of cultures plays into this. I have been trying to find it, but since it was not a thread that he started and there were so many threads on the topic, it has been difficult.I think that the reasons of 9/11 are complicated. Political, cultural, etc. I would disagree that you understand why the terrorist attack happened.
Your reason:
Because the USA has stuck its nose in foreign policies for too long, and a group of Arabs decided to say enough is enough
You seem to forget the group of Arabs that deplore us to intervene, and provide them military protection. Unfortunately, time does not allow me to go into greater detail. However, I will state this: If you honestly believe what you stated above, IMHO it is no better than George W attempting to drum up support by declaring that the terrorists are "attacking our freedom". They are related in their ignorant simplicity.
Mr Bean: Thank you for the links. Checked out the first one. Interesting. True? I suppose only time will tell, eh? However, I must say, considering Mr. Dukes dubious past, I cast a suspicious eye on just about anything that may flow from his post KKK fingers.
As for my user name. It's my third since coming to JW.com nearly a year ago. I would probably change it constantly if it didn't cause so much confusion. Why? I dunno. Just cause.
BeautifulGarage comes from a song that is from my favorite CD. Also, I love art that is made from discarded materials. Especially, sculptures. So, to me, it's "beautiful". To others, it's merely "garbage". I have always been inspired by those that can take trash, whether it be literal, or life experiences, and make them things of beauty.
Andee
Edited by - BeautifulGarbage on 23 June 2002 13:27:31