You missed my edited comments Jan. If the shoe fits, however, then wear it. The point is not that criticism of the Americans is not deserved at times, but the arrogance and self-righteousness with which is it given that makes the point. Likewise, it is interesting to see how non-Americans react when the shoe is on the other foot. Why can't you simply concede it is possible that much of the criticism of the Americans is unjustly and wrongly meted out.
Posts by Magog
-
51
Norwegians Harm Whales
by Magog innorway to defy ban, resume whale exports to iceland.
by inger sethov .
oslo (reuters) - norway said friday it would defy an international ban on commercial whaling and resume exports of whale meat to iceland after a 14-year break.
-
51
Norwegians Harm Whales
by Magog innorway to defy ban, resume whale exports to iceland.
by inger sethov .
oslo (reuters) - norway said friday it would defy an international ban on commercial whaling and resume exports of whale meat to iceland after a 14-year break.
-
Magog
Those who defend Norwegians and Norway, thank you. You help make the point. Those who saw this as a "turn-about is fair play," thank you too. You got the point.
The Reuters article was published June 21. The media will say anything about any nation at any time. Non-Americans can now begin to see how self-righteous and arrogant some have been in so easily judging the USA. The USA is grossly misunderstood by many non-Americans. When Americans see your ignorant and assinine statements that judge over 280 million people and its government - it must seem quite revolting to them. When sme make such stereotypical bigoted comments against the USA, it speaks volumes as to their level of education and intelligence, or more precisely their lack thereof.
Edited by - Magog on 2 July 2002 9:46:17
-
51
Norwegians Harm Whales
by Magog innorway to defy ban, resume whale exports to iceland.
by inger sethov .
oslo (reuters) - norway said friday it would defy an international ban on commercial whaling and resume exports of whale meat to iceland after a 14-year break.
-
Magog
Arrogant Norwegians don't care about these poor endangered creatures. Norwegians terrorize this vulnerable species. If only Norwegians would look outside their own little dark country to see what the rest of the world thinks of them. Norwegians just don't understand anything because of their ignorance of the environment. Their radical, selfish left-winged government is probably in cahoots with Osama bin Laden.Norway to defy ban, resume whale exports to Iceland
By Inger Sethov
OSLO (Reuters) - Norway said Friday it would defy an international ban on commercial whaling and resume exports of whale meat to Iceland after a 14-year break. Oslo said it would issue an export licence to a whaling company in the next few days to send 10-15 tons of minke whale meat to the North Atlantic island, although whales are on an international list of endangered species.
Edited by - Magog on 2 July 2002 0:23:20
-
26
NOW IS THE TIME TO ROAR SILENTLAMBS!
by silentlambs ini received a call from the baltimore sun today three jw victims came forward and they are doing a story.
evansville tv news crew doing a story today on jw molestation because a victim came forward.
more articles coming out in the tennessean due to more victims coming forward.
-
Magog
If there ever was a time to roar and put our foot down, it is now. Thanks Silentlambs.
-
9
Need Assistance from Scholars of the Site on Topic
by Reborn2002 into those that know information or material from previous bound volumes i need your help so i may confront my brother on his hypocrisy.. -what year, month, and date wt or awake dealt with roleplaying games and why they are inappropriate?.
-what article discusses why movies with wizardry or sorcerer/magic themes are inappropriate?.
-what website shows the information that allegedly ex members are not shunned?.
-
Magog
Click Here: http://www.jw-media.org/beliefs/beliefsfaq.htm
Do you shun former members? Those who simply cease to be involved in the faith are not shunned. In compliance with the Scriptures, however, members can be expelled for serious unchristian conduct, such as stealing, drunkenness, or adultery, if they do not repent and cease such actions. Disfellowshipping does not sever family ties. Disfellowshipped members may continue to attend religious services, and if they wish, they may receive pastoral visits. They are always welcome to return to the faith.—1 Corinthians 5:11-13.
-
9
Need Assistance from Scholars of the Site on Topic
by Reborn2002 into those that know information or material from previous bound volumes i need your help so i may confront my brother on his hypocrisy.. -what year, month, and date wt or awake dealt with roleplaying games and why they are inappropriate?.
-what article discusses why movies with wizardry or sorcerer/magic themes are inappropriate?.
-what website shows the information that allegedly ex members are not shunned?.
-
Magog
During the 1970s the Awake, I think, came out against the role playing game, Dungeons and Dragons.
The jwmedia.org, under the 'FAQ' discusses shunning, and how those who simply cease to be involved are 'not shunned.'
-
22
Brother Where Art Thou?
by Smoldering Wick ina quick introduction then on to my 2nd post *smiles*.... general greetings & well wishes.....i'm new to jwd, but not new to xjw/jw chat.
i'm 36 years old (and yes...i'm wearing a bonnet and a pink outfit in my pic) (that means i'm a chick for all you lusty men)i've spent the last 3.5 years online laughing, crying, generally healing from my watchtower divorce.
so now that i've let go of all the spit n venom...i sit here worried that my posts will lack the sarcasm and general wicked tone necessary to keep your interest...maybe i should invest in some semi-nude glamour shots?
-
Magog
You are 36. You have a brother who has been an Elder for 40 years? He posts here? Who is it? You sound so much like Amnesian. Maybe you and she are sisters?
-
8
Guestbook Post
by silentlambs inthe following is a post on my guestbook.
the person did not include their email.
how would you respond?.
-
Magog
Most churches do not disfellowship anyone. Where members get involved in child abuse and molestation, usually the parents go to the authorities. The parents or gaurdians never see any conflict with such reporting. They do not see it as a blemish on the church. When church leaders get involved in these acts they are fired, and reported to the authorities.
Routinely, Witness parents are encouraged to let the Elders handle a situation, or they are told not to report because ti will bring reproach on the organization. The Elders do not report because they see no ethical or moral obligation to do so. The person who sent you the email does not understand these important differences.
-
9
Human Nature
by TMS ini always thought i could sell.. when i learned that a brother owned the state distributorship for wynns automotive additives and needed a salesman, i called.. g.t.
met me on my lunch hour, driving the new 1970 buick he had just won in a national sales contest and explained the program: 25% straight commission as a self-employed sales operative.. the following monday, i met g.t.
at the warehouse.
-
Magog
TMS,
Very good! I like it.
-
104
Regarding MAD APOSTATE
by silentlambs ini wish to make a comment on something that disturbs me deeply to the point i cannot let it pass or be ignored.
a little over a year ago i resigned as an elder to protest wt policy and how it hurt children.
the impetus that brought me to that conclusion was a child i knew personally that was in danger.
-
Magog
Dazed,
Proof has its place in most discussions on boards where allegations are made on less painful issues. SL and others are correct in exempting molestation victims from further demands of proof from discussion boards. We are not here to add to their pain. The courts will be painful enough for the victims.