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I've learned about politics. As an observer. Over the years. Much of it as a writer. For newspapers.
Covering politics. Among other things. Yes,
happenstance stirred my interest in politics. I even ran for public office. For
the school board. And got elected. I’m a
political liberal. Though that didn’t matter on the school board. I still pay
attention to politics. But I avoid participating. Other than writing about politics.
When I get a chance. Like here, for instance. I’m aware that I don’t have any
significant impact on political matters. I’m a lone voice in the wilderness. Preaching
to squirrels and chipmunks and rabbits. I have better things to do. Than
getting deeply involved in politics. My relationships with a few friends. And
with my Italian true love. That’s the important stuff. More important than which party controls
congress or the presidency. Though I dislike Republicans. Especially
conservatives. Still, I don’t let politics and Republicans affect me in
negative ways. Better to just get on with my pursuit of happiness. Finding reasons.
To be in love. With life. Politics ain’t one of the reasons. – Jim
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Little wonder. That I dislike Republicans. They’re hard-hearted.
And downright mean. Wanting to deny illegal immigrants amnesty. The right to
stay. And work. In the land that most of ‘em love. That’s why they came here.
Albeit in illegal manner. Because life here is much better than in the countries
they fled. Can’t blame them. For seeking
the good life and happiness. In the so-called land of opportunity. These illegal immigrants are a good advertisement
for America.
I don’t see many of them flocking to Syria
and other corners of the Middle East. They
choose America
for good reason. Unlike Republicans, I’ll roll out the welcome mat. A red
carpet, too. Thank gawd. We have a president with a kind and warm heart. And a
sense of decency. Willing to do the right thing. Over the political
objections of conservatives. –Jim
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I’m proud of my paternal grandfather. For having become an
illegal immigrant. He sneaked into the U.S. Around 1900. Looking for a better
life. He was a German. And became an American by assimilation. Without my ‘illegal’ grandfather, I’d not be
an American. In fact, I would not be. He would not have met my grandmother.
They had three children. Including my father. Imagine that. I am thankful. That
my grandfather did something illegal. I owe my life.To him. Yes, folks, it’s time to look at the big
picture. Of life. In a kindly and appreciative and accepting way. --Jim
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By the way, it wouldn't be bad to practice forgiveness. For those who have done 'wrong.' After all, maybe it was really the right thing. For everyone. --Jim
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I’m for freedom. For everyone. But that takes personal sacrifice.
A willingness for a society to provide basic necessities. For everyone. Such as
universal health care. And a living wage. And education, Yes, for everyone.
And for that to be possible, we have to make sacrifices. To distribute wealth
in a way that makes those necessities affordable. For everyone. That means requiring
some of us to put more into the public coffers than others. Yes, for the rich
to subsidize the poor. To some reasonable extent. That’s how we move in the
direction of bringing personal freedom to everyone. If one has the necessities of
life, it’s more likely that one will be significantly free. That’s why I’m a
political liberal. And a socialist sympathizer. I want freedom. Not only for
myself. But for everyone. That’s my
perception of the true American way. –Jim
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Political liberals want more government.
Conservatives prefer less government. Maybe even no government. Thinking that
makes for more personal freedom. Allowing everyone to do as they please. Of
course, as a liberal, I don’t buy into that. It allows for far too much
exploitation. I want people to take the common good into consideration. Forming
a society and government that takes care of the needy. Through private and
public means. Watching out and caring for each other. Seems to me that if there
were a religion that professed and truly practiced such an approach, I’d be a
convert. But better yet, let’s bring government into the act. –Jim
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Maybe the biggest political mistake America
ever made was invading Iraq.
Going to war. On hindsight, America
should have steered clear of the Arab world. And left Arabs to decide their own
fate. Bloody as that may be. If Arabs
decide they want a blood bath – well, so be it. As long as it’s their own
blood. Sure, it was Arabs that organized the 911 attack on America. But
that probably would never had happened. If America
had long ago kept its nose and interference out of the Middle
East. America
often acts like an imperial power. Like the boss and policeman of the world.
Usually, for economic gain. The time is
long overdue for America
to set an example for the rest of the world. By making America a
thriving and honorable nation. Within its own borders. America doesn’t
have to tell the rest of the world to be like us. Instead, tell the Arabs to
find their own way. Suited for Arabs. Maybe that’s the way to get along with
each other. Live and let live. –Jim
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Slavery.
Colonialism.
Neo-colonialism.
Peoples
subjugated by masters and commanders.
Peoples
at war struggling for freedom.
Peoples
hoping for true democratic principles.
One cry... for basic Human Rights.
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An immigrant is someone who has an immigrant visa. I have more experience with immigration than most Americans. I sponsored my husband and my step-son to immigrate to America. The U.S. already has strong immigration laws.
I had to show that I had sufficient financial funds to support them so that they would not become burdens on the taxpayers, unlike what is happening now. They had to provide medical reports that showed they did not have communicable diseases, unlike what is happening now. They had to provide police reports that showed they did not have police records or were criminals, unlike what is happening now. They had to be interviewed by an embassy staff member as to their intentions on immigration.
Only then they were issued a visa to immigrate into the U.S. We followed all of the immigration laws, which are rational and for a reason. My step-son served six years in the U.S. Army, and was wounded. He is now a U.S. citizen. My husband unfortunately passed away too soon.
Every time we visited the embassy, there were long lines of visa applicants making application. These are wonderful people, the kind of people we need in the U.S. At every U.S. embassy around the entire world there are similar applicants who are going through the process of getting a visa to permit immigration to the U.S. What could we possibly say to these fine applicants to tell them that their following of our American laws is futile? Should we tell them to jump the line and bypass the law, like others have done? Why not put in every newspaper in the world, "the U.S. is open, get here anyway you can!" I think not.
There is a remedy already in place for illegal aliens, who are still citizens of their own countries. It's called sponsorship. I did it. Their relatives can sponsor them, if they meet the requirements.
I see no reason to thwart our laws. Most Americans are not aware that we already have a well-thought out immigration policy. Our current immigration policy is just not being enforced. Woe is us.
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Jim, In1900 your grandfather was completely free to emigrate to the United States and in due time apply for naturalization papers.
However, I'm not sure he would have legal if he had tried to move here from China
And this topic is way off the purpose of these boards.
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Try to look at it this way, Mimi. We’re musing in the musings
forum. In part, to alleviate our minds a
little. From the travails of Alzheimer’s. Think of a visit to musings as respite.
I hope that’s one reason why care-givers come to musings. For a different
experience. Yes, for respite. To get their minds deflected for a little
while. To muse about the many wonders of life. We muse here about Alzheimer’s,
too. And our experiences with it. But we aim for balance. And to remind ourselves that there’s a lot
more to life. As I have discovered. After 13 years as my dear sweet Jeanne’s
care-giver. And in the almost 8 years since Jeanne died. I’m here. To remind
everyone. That there can be good and productive and happy life. After Alzheimer.
That’s what I am trying to reflect. In most of my postings. The importance of
getting on with life. Despite the pitfalls. Life is wonderful. I’m in love.
With life. Most of the people who come to musings also seem to be in love. With
life, too. Could be why many of them tend to be poets, in their own unique
ways. Believe me, Mimi, this is a good place for them to come. For sustenance.
For support. In some very meaningful ways. --Jim
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You make some very good points, Iris. And no doubt, in a
debate, you might outscore me. But I
will stick by my position. For more leniency. For more compassion. For more
forgiveness. For so-called illegal immigrants. That’s just me. That’s the way I
am. A romantic idealist. I would run the world much different than our politicians.
But they have the power. And I don’t. I
accept that. And take it in stride. My consolation: I can muse about it. Another
reason why I am in love. With life. One
of the nicest things about you, Iris, is that we can disagree. Even on
political matters. And still be friends. Wouldn’t it be nice if politicians could do the
same? --Jim
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Musing is a meditation. A reflection. We are here writing musingly. Whatever the topic. Sometimes about AD. About G-d. About Love. About Life. About Death. About poli-tricks.
Nothing more. Nothing less. Always with respect.
Poli-tricks is part of life. Maybe with poli-tricks we'll be able to get more funding from our respective governments for dementia research and
dementia care.
Also, we might be able to raise consciousness for humanity to strive for basic Human Rights.
I was a carer for someone with symptoms of dementia/AD for 10 years.
I've worked all my life to attend to the needs of my fellow human beings.
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Iris, I am not a Political Scientist; I am not an immigration lawyer.
I believe, that at some point or another, we all come from migrating immigrants (legally and illegally) since we started walking out of Africa.
Not polarising but encompassing, we have populated this earth.
We need passports. Government documents. Visa requirements as we pass through from one point of origin to another. It seems that in many countries immigration policies are a big political issue nowadays. From what I hear, it is a big issue in your country.
How will your government deport 3 to 5 million people? The logistics are beyond my imagination! What a huge problem!
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Happy faces. Tears of joys. That’s what I’m
seeing tonight. The result of Obama’s executive order. Allowing maybe as many
as 5 million ‘illegal’ immigrants to stay in the U.S. Of course, not everyone is happy about it.
Particularly Republicans. Claiming Obama exceeded his authority. But that’s
political poppycock. Meanwhile, I’m
happy. That Obama did the right thing. And I’m happy for the immigrants. Also,
gives me reason to be proud of my country. As for Republicans, if they don’t
like Obama’s action – well, then they can take their own action. To negate it.
By passing a bill. A new immigration law. That suits Republicans. They’ve had
ample opportunities to fix the immigration system. Or maybe they think the
present system is all right. I don’t know. But hey, this is a free country. And
Republicans have a majority in Congress. Gives them the power and the means. To
make life more difficult. For Obama. For the immigrants. For their political
foes. That’s the nature of the game. But for the moment, we have some mighty
happy immigrants. Makes my day. Watching. Observing. All this incredible
happiness. Brought about. By the mere stroke of a presidential pen. Ain't human happiness wonderful? –Jim
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The pursuit of happiness. I see it. Every day. Around me.
And that makes me happy. People embracing the finer things of life. Such as
being free. To live in America.
The result of noble political action. I love it. When that happens. Makes me
happy. When my government. Makes the pursuit of happiness easier. For
undocumented immigrants. That’s what a decent government and political system
should be all about. Contrast that with what happened in Nazi Germany. Or in modern
day Syria.
Where the only way to pursue happiness is to flee the country. Rather than
flock in. That’s what I like about America. Where we occasionally do
the noble thing. –Jim
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If I were black instead of white. I mean, the same person.
Except for a change in skin color. Thing is, I wouldn’t be the same person.
Because my experiences would have been dramatically different. I would have
been denied many, many opportunities. Only because of my skin color. That would
have frustrated me. Most likely, made me
downright angry. To be denied so very much. Simply because of my skin color. My
life was made easier. Because I’m white. There’s no denying it. Ever since I
was a youngster, I’ve imagined. Being black. Right here in America. It’s
unfair. The way black people have been treated. When I went to work in Florida. In the 1960s.
I’d not have landed my job with the local newspaper. If I had been black. I’d
not have been able to stay in a white motel. Or eat in a white restaurant. Or swim at the white beach. Or drink out of
the white fountain. Even today, I’d feel
discriminated against. Maybe in more subtle than overt ways. I’d sure as heck
not want to live in Ferguson,
Missouri. In fact, I’d avoid a whole lot of places in
the USA.
That’s the way it is. When imagining. That I’m black-skinned. –Jim
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I'd also be proud to be. If I were black. --Jim
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How we relate to other people. I think about it. Often. And I observe, too. That convinces me. That there's lots of racial bias. By whites. Toward non-whites. As for the reasons. That's hard for me to figure out. Maybe it's that people have been brought up to be biased. It seems to be so natural. To be biased toward people that don't look like us. Simply because they are another color. Many whites think of themselves as superior. And blacks as inferior. Meanwhile, I think of biased whites as inferior. And unbiased whites as fair and open-minded. I'd like to be more fair and open-minded. Even to bigots. But then, maybe that's going too far. In my attempt at being fair. Sometimes, it's all right to be unfair. To certain people. Especially those that are being grossly unfair. --Jim
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I'm so happy. That we Americans. At the instigation of Obama. Have finally decided to open full diplomatic relations with Cuba. It's long overdue. Time to learn. That we can be nice and civil to people. Even those with whom we have political disagreements. I like living in a diverse world. In which people genuinely try to get along with each other. I've already turned some once perceived enemies into friends. That's what I call an achievement. --Jim
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Yes, the world is full of fiendish people. That torture. And kill. Just
for the fun of it. A form of entertainment. But also, a way for them to
express their hatred of people. That don't think like themselves.
Sometimes, it's a religious thing. As if they are doing the fiendish
acts. To please their god. Of course, they are sick people. They get
their kicks. From watching someone being burned alive. Or having their
victims kneel. To have their heads chopped off. Some of us 'civilized'
people abhor such acts. And we get holier than thou about it. Forgetting
that our civilized society tortures, too. At Abu Grave. And atrocities
in the name of war. Think about it. When the Ku Klux Klan lynched black
people. For the thrill of it. And I remember going South in the 1960s.
For work. And saw racial segregation. And the daily fiendish
maltreatment of black people. Wasn't so long ago, too, that the
well-educated and 'civilized' Germans. Herded Jews to the gas chambers.
And starved them to death. In concentration camps. And look at the
platforms of our own political parties. Parts of which seem designed by
fiends. I'd even venture to say that there may be a fiend or two on
the U.S. Supreme Court. But then, a fiend is in the eye of the beholder.
Rarely does a fiend recognize himself/herself as a fiend. --Jim
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My fervent wish. For a universal language. So I could speak directly. To
anyone. Might lead to a better understanding. Of each other. But then, I
can speak English to other English-speaking people. And that doesn't
guarantee effective communication. Two people. Engaged in dialogue.
Have to be willing to listen. And to be tolerant. And reasonably
friendly. Unfortunately, not every one is tolerant and friendly. No
matter the language they speak. But when we speak the same language. It
makes everything easier. Meanwhile, I wonder about other
intelligent-life civilizations. On other planets. In other galaxies. If
any of them
have evolved. With a universal language. Maybe they aren't divided into
separate countries and separate ethnic cultures. Imagine that. One big
universal country. No reason to go to war. Unless, of course, there's an
option for a gigantic civil war. But here's my guess. The civilization
has become extraordinarily advanced. So there's never a thought of war.
--Jim
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I
don't know an honest man. Or woman. Probably never will. Because there
ain't such a beast. We're all liars. All of us embellish or slant the
truth. To some degree. Nobody is perfectly honest. So all this
holier-than-thou stuff. About Brian Williams. The NBC news anchor. Being
castigated. For stretching the truth. Is a lot of hokum. From
untruthful people. Nobody is totally honest. All the time. I'm like
everyone else. Make myself look good. By painting a picture. Of me. In a
good and deceptive light. We all do it. Every politician does it.
Around the clock. Some haven't spoken the truth in eons. And
advertisers. They are masterful at distorting the truth. I suspect that
most of the time, Williams tries to give a reasonable semblance of the
truth. But he's handicapped. Like the rest of us. Because we wouldn't
recognize the truth if it hit us over the head. Williams and most
personalities on TV are entertainers. They are trying to present the
news to us in entertaining fashion. To improve ratings. They covet being
celebrities. Being famous. And being high paid. They are willing to
compromise the truth. In order to get ahead. And even those of us who
aren't famous or high paid --sell our souls to get ahead. I look at all
news reports. With skepticism. I've been in the news business. A writer
for newspapers. Therefore, I have ample reason to be skeptical. I've
seen it from the inside. I am like Diogenes the Cynic. The Greek
philosopher. Carrying a lamp in the daytime. Claiming to be looking for
an honest man. Yes, one could look forever. And never find one. --Jim
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I love America more than Rudolph Giuliani. Of course, that's easy.
Because Giuliani is a goofball. A politician. Who doesn't know how to
measure love. He thinks it's good enough to merely proclaim love. To
simply go through the motions. To pretend that one is a super patriot.
Because he's a conservative Republican. Believing in America uber
alles. Unconditionally. Just like Hitler did. Only that was in behalf of
Deutschland. I
abhor such declarations. Because they are political. That ain't love.
At least when it
comes to country. I can love another human being. Unconditionally. But
not a country unconditionally. I draw a line. Because too many countries
can be inhumane. And when that happens. I renounce my love. Until my
country shapes up. And meets humane standards. For me, that's the real
test of true love of country. Of true patriotism. It comes
conditionally. Thing is. I stick around. And oppose nonsense. The rants
of a Giuliani. Who proclaims that he's a better lover of America than
Barack Obama. Now that's a preposterous statement. Giuliani is either
lying. Or he's plain stupid. --Jim
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Unfortunately, when I take on politicians. I'm forced to descend. Into
the gutter. Because that's where most politicians reside. Especially the
ones I want to fight. So I resort to gutter tactics. I counter gutter
politics with gutter language. With insults. Of course, I don't
particularly like the dirt and grime in the gutter environment. When I'm
in Rome, I do as the Romans. Which doesn't bother me. Because the
Romans are mostly nice people. And when I'm in the gutter, I start
acting like the gutter dwellers. Yes, that's shameful. Doesn't make me
proud. But that's the way it is. Otherwise, it wouldn't be a fair fight.
I force the politicians to taste their own putrid medicine. --Jim
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Really. I'm having fun. When I become annoyed. With politicians. Gives
me the opportunity to become critical. Sarcastic. Insulting.
Denigrating. With no qualms of conscience. When I call them the scum of
the Earth. And that includes Supreme Court justices Antonin Scalia,
Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito. Because they are politicians. In robes.
Disguised as fair-minded justices. Of course, arguments could be made.
That all nine of the justices are politicians. Of one stripe or another.
But I have to admit. I'm biased. My definition of fair-minded is
someone who thinks like me. --Jim
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We are living in a world. Where people don't want to get along with each
other. Or so it seems. There's less and less give and take. Especially
on political issues. Political parties want everything to go their way.
Zero tolerance of the other. All or nothing. It's a sad state of
affairs. Compromise is considered a dirty word. Makes me leery of the
future. All the more reason to retreat to my cocoon. To escape from the
world. To live in isolation. With my amore mio. With a few friends.
Because engagement with the world. Makes happiness and survival
perilous. --Jim Broede
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Take the Israelis and the Palestinians. Two tribes. That
can’t get along with each other. Oh, a few do. Individually. But collectively,
they dislike/distrust/abhor each other. Meanwhile, I’d be able to live with
Israelis. And with Palestinians. And find ways to get along. But then, I’m not
an Israeli. Or a Palestinian. Maybe that makes the difference. Instead, I’m a
romantic idealist. And a spiritual free-thinker. Maybe that makes the
difference. Therefore, I encourage both sides in this political divide to
become romantic idealists and spiritual free-thinkers. Let’s see. If that
solves all sorts of political problems. It’s worth a try. –Jim
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I’d not want to live with certain religious fanatics.
Especially the ones that wouldn’t respect my desire to be a spiritual
free-thinker. And demand, instead, that I follow their fanatical ways. Or risk
being executed. That ain’t a nice way to live. In fact, it’s downright
preposterous. And unacceptable. I’d be dead in no time. What’s even more
preposterous. The world is full of these sorts of religious fanatics. Another sign that the world is going to hell.
--Jim
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'Bomb, bomb Iran.' That's the chant of stupid Republican Senator John
McCain. And he really means it. As do many conservative American
politicians. Of which there are far too many. But I'm a political
liberal. And I see the Middle East political dilemma differently. To
me, Iran looks like a potential ally and friend. Yes, the Iranian
leadership tends to be strongly anti-American. Which is all right.
America deserves to be taken with a high degree of suspicion and
skepticism. For its chants of 'Bomb, bomb Iran.' Of course, bombing and
warfare would be a horrible way to resolve political issues. Diplomacy
and negotiations would be far better. Obama and the more liberal
elements of American politic are trying that. Especially when it comes
to taming Iran's desire to develop a nuclear bomb. Iran seems willing to
work out a deal. In which there's compromise, aka reasonable give and
take. Of all the political players in the Middle East, Iran seems to be
the most civilized. The most willing to act sensibly. The most willing
to send in troops to oppose and combat the Islamic State. Oddly, that
puts Iran on the same side as the Americans. Imagine that. Americans
having reason to look at the Iranians as the good guys. Plus the fact
that the Iranians seem willing to make a deal. On curtailing their
nuclear ambitions. Plus, many young Iranians have an affinity for
Americans. Yes, the relations between Iran and America went awry. In
the 1970s. When Iran seized American hostages. And held them for a long
time. But the hostages came out. Alive. And imagine now. If the Islamic
State held American hostages. They'd come out with their heads chopped
off. Murdered in cold blood. Like I say, the Iranians seem a bit
more civilized. Let' talk, talk, talk. Sure beats bomb, bomb, bomb.
--Jim
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Time for the anti-Obama conservatives to fess up. They really dislike
Obama for one reason. He's black. And they are white. Deep down, in
their souls, they are racists. They despise black people. Especially a
black president. Having decided the White House was built solely for
white people. Otherwise, it would be called the Black House. Some of
these white conservatives proclaim that Obama was born in Kenya. Despite
his American birth certificate. They also purport that Obama is a
secret Muslim. As if that matters. Shouldn't matter what Obama is. A
Muslim. A Christian. A Jew. Or even an atheist. If these conservative
critics truly fessed up, they'd admit. The thing they dislike most about
Obama. Is his blackness. --Jim
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I'd like to turn back the clock. Maybe 15 years. To before the U.S.
invaded Iraq. And really started meddling full-scale in the Middle East.
In essence, we broke it. And never fixed it. Made the situation far
worse than if we had left well enough alone. And allowed the Middle East
nations to fix themselves. We'll never know. But I suspect the Middle
East autocratic rulers, such as Saddam Hussein, would have taken
iron-fisted control. And forced some reasonable degree of orderliness.
Exactly what the Middle East needs. The people there aren't suited for
Western-style ways of living and governing. They should be allowed to go
their own unique Middle Eastern ways. If they want to obliterate each
other, that's fine with me. But I'd like to think. That some day, they
would find ways to live in peace and harmony. On their own. Without a
meddling USA. --Jim
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Mr. Broede, You stated "Time for the anti-Obama conservatives to fess up. They really dislike Obama for one reason. He's black. And they are white. Deep down, in their souls, they are racists. They despise black people" I take exception to this statement . I am a conservative who does not care for President Obama's policies . Not because of his skin color but because I do not agree with his vision for America. Period. I am always puzzled when another soul who does not know me or know what kind of ethical or moral character I have makes broad sweeping judgments against that very character because I do not agree with that person's political ideology. It's very difficult to have interesting, thought provoking conversations ( mental gymnastics, my late father used to call them) with those that open with baseless accusations. May you find peace and happiness Logan
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Please tell me, Logan, what it is that you don't like about Obama's
vision for America? And what sort of vision would you prefer? I'm also
curious about how you'd define Obama's vision. And whether Obama would
consider that an accurate description. Meanwhile, I'm wrong. If I
implied that all political conservatives are racists. Instead, I mean
that the racist element in America generally come from the
ultra-conservative side of the political spectrum. The people who claim
Obama wasn't born in America. Or that he's a secret Muslim. They should
know better. They have the makings of a racist mentality. --Jim
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Mr. Broede, I'm not going to debate here as I really don't feel this is the proper forum for such a discourse. I responded because, as I stated in my reply, I am increasingly puzzled by those who attack on a personal level when faced with another's different and often times opposing viewpoint. In my experience the attacks are usually generated from one purporting to find offense at another's intolerance. Ironic wouldn't you agree? I appreciate your reply and I quote, "Meanwhile, I'm wrong. If I implied that all political conservatives are racists. Instead, I mean that the racist element in America generally come from the ultra-conservative side of the political spectrum." However, there was no implication in your words. You were quite clear in your opinion of conservatives. Other statements made by you in your previous posts on this thread also point to a very firm held belief that conservatives are , shall we just say , less than stellar . Again I quote,"Little wonder. That I dislike Republicans. They’re hard-hearted. And downright mean " "stupid Republican Senator" "Time for the anti-Obama conservatives to fess up. They really dislike Obama for one reason. He's black. And they are white. Deep down, in their souls, they are racists. They despise black people." So I will remain puzzled by those who make political , religious, philosophical differences into personal character deficiencies in persons who hold alternate ideas. May you find peace and happiness Logan
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Joined: 12/22/2011
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I like you, Logan. You are a respectful conservative. We could sit down.
And have an interesting discourse. About politics. It would be so nice
if conservatives and liberals could become genuine friends. And be
polite to each other. We can do it. Individually. Unfortunately,
political parties dictate the rules of the game. And often it's rigid
intolerance. I fall into that trap far too often. Because that's the
way politic is played. With mutual disrespect. Rather than mutual
respect. But you and I could make a difference. One on one. A true
dialogue. I would have no problem respecting you and your ways and your
thoughts. I am listening to you. Because I sense you are a sensitive and
fair-minded and respectful conservative. And I would counter by trying
to be a sensitive and fair-minded and respectful liberal.
Unfortunately, America is full of far too many disrespectful
politicians. From both sides of the aisle. Mistrustful of each other.
--Jim
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