the organisation said america's offensive against global terrorism was "bankrupt of vision" and had "made the world a more dangerous place".
"sacrificing human rights in the name of security at home, turning a blind eye to abuses abroad and using pre-emptive military force where and when it chooses, have neither increased security nor ensured liberty," she said.. the world should have expected the shocking photographs of iraqi prisoners being tortured at abu ghraib prison in iraq, ms khan said.
"this is the logical consequence of the relentless pursuit of the war on terror since 11 september.
At the risk of being put in "the box" or deactivated..Simon,
You must have been salivating at the sight of this article and giddy at the chance to post it.
It's Simon's "house" and I totally respect and admire the work he's put into this site (lord knows I keep meaning to donate something) but yeah, I kinda agree. On the other hand, I'd rather discuss a topic with someone who has a differnt opinion then my own. Much more interesting.
the organisation said america's offensive against global terrorism was "bankrupt of vision" and had "made the world a more dangerous place".
"sacrificing human rights in the name of security at home, turning a blind eye to abuses abroad and using pre-emptive military force where and when it chooses, have neither increased security nor ensured liberty," she said.. the world should have expected the shocking photographs of iraqi prisoners being tortured at abu ghraib prison in iraq, ms khan said.
"this is the logical consequence of the relentless pursuit of the war on terror since 11 september.
"Western ideas and Islam are not compatable"
I'm not even arguing which is superior, just that they aren't compatable. Just the very basic belief in seperation of church and state - a basic belief here in the States but not with Islam. They believe in theocracy, we don't. How can we not expect to be in conflict with a system that is so opposite our own. Now that I think about it, how can we expect a Muslim nation like Iraq to embrace democracy any time in the near future.
the organisation said america's offensive against global terrorism was "bankrupt of vision" and had "made the world a more dangerous place".
"sacrificing human rights in the name of security at home, turning a blind eye to abuses abroad and using pre-emptive military force where and when it chooses, have neither increased security nor ensured liberty," she said.. the world should have expected the shocking photographs of iraqi prisoners being tortured at abu ghraib prison in iraq, ms khan said.
"this is the logical consequence of the relentless pursuit of the war on terror since 11 september.
and he described how they shot at and killed civilians who were no threat without there being any comeback whatsoever.
Assuming that this is true, why are people shocked when it's discovered that SOME soldiers are sadistic bastards and do such evil things? There is a huge difference between "offical" policy (i.e. orders from Saddam) and some renegade soldiers and officers. Also, I for one never thought we as Americans had cornered the market on "taking the high road" esp. when it comes to this war. Western ideas and Islam are not compatable. A prolonged conflict between the two ideologies will continue for some time. Just wait and see what happens over the next few years in Europe. Even right now I hear that the Dutch are worried about the large Moroccan population in their country. It's going to be interesting to see what they do, esp. after what happened in Spain.
Getting off topic a little, but people forget that the whole prison abuse situation came to light because of an internal army investigation. Show me a case where something like you mentioned was actually documented, investigated and no soldiers were punished.
you know how some of us guys have to put on a bit of an act sometimes, we have to set our faces into our coping scowl, but underneath, we're too well aware of just how soft we are?
well.. what music to the big guys here only, not you wimpy bunch, brings a tear to your eye or which films is it that you need to keep a box of tissues handy by you to wipe away the dampness in your eye?.
for celtic it's a track by dido - white flag and also black eyed peas - where is the love?
Two movie scenes that always tear me up....
No. 1 - "Sophie's Choice" when she has to choose between her two kids.
No. 2 "Schindler's List" the scene with the little girl dressed in pink who's running aruond, tried to hide. You later see her in dead, lying on top of a cart full of dead bodies.
dam, i'm feeling depressed just thinking about them!
you know how some of us guys have to put on a bit of an act sometimes, we have to set our faces into our coping scowl, but underneath, we're too well aware of just how soft we are?
well.. what music to the big guys here only, not you wimpy bunch, brings a tear to your eye or which films is it that you need to keep a box of tissues handy by you to wipe away the dampness in your eye?.
for celtic it's a track by dido - white flag and also black eyed peas - where is the love?
roy...I didn't know replicants had feelings..
I thought we didn't. I'm not sure if the saying "better to have loved and lost then never to have loved" is entirely true. Then again, those two little replicants her and I created sure are great.
you know how some of us guys have to put on a bit of an act sometimes, we have to set our faces into our coping scowl, but underneath, we're too well aware of just how soft we are?
well.. what music to the big guys here only, not you wimpy bunch, brings a tear to your eye or which films is it that you need to keep a box of tissues handy by you to wipe away the dampness in your eye?.
for celtic it's a track by dido - white flag and also black eyed peas - where is the love?
U2- With or without you.
Ironic how that song has changed in meaning to me. Dating when it first came out, but now divorced. Being in love can be a dam difficult thing.
we all know about how the society has tried its best to avoid taxes.
for one, the whole deal with switching over to contributions for literature after jimmy swaggart lost his case.
and also with providing food at the conventions.
If you think it's bad for an individual to pay taxes, it's nothing compared to what a corporation pays. I nearly chock each month when I have to pay my companies income tax, FICA, property, etc. I would have to say that taxes take about 30% of my profit. Hmmm....maybe I need to become a religious organIzation.
any thoughts on mr. taylor?s claims?.
u.s. demands greater oil output, lower prices.
"finance ministers from the united states and other major industrialized countries, hoping to affect the outcome of a battle within the organization for the petroleum exporting countries, formally demanded yesterday that oil-exporting nations raise production and lower prices to a level 'that is consistent with lasting economic prosperity,'" the new york times reports.
I was just wondering what cars really get 70 miles per gallon of gas.
i was thinking the same thing. On the other hand, if there is a need (and profit) someone will come up with one.
any thoughts on mr. taylor?s claims?.
u.s. demands greater oil output, lower prices.
"finance ministers from the united states and other major industrialized countries, hoping to affect the outcome of a battle within the organization for the petroleum exporting countries, formally demanded yesterday that oil-exporting nations raise production and lower prices to a level 'that is consistent with lasting economic prosperity,'" the new york times reports.
I thought we went into Iraq to steal the oil? What went wrong?
Yeah, what the hell?
was wondering.
in one word, how would you all describe your experience/s in leaving the club?
mine would have to be cathartic
Sight
