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Thursday, July 07, 2005London AttackedA terrorist attack on London today hit at least one bus plus their subway system. Let's hope the casualty list stays down (40 dead, 300 wounded currently) and that we can get all of those responsible. UPDATE: Sky News reports that 45 are dead and 1000 injured. RICHARD: You know the terrorists have failed when Ken Livingstone starts sounding like George W. Bush. Of course, some dogs will never change their spots. RICHARD: While the news and images coming out of London is indeed tragic, one can't help but be heartened by the reaction of the British people - stalwart and defiant as always. Really, I'm more depressed by the reactions of those outside Britain, from all the expected quarters. Comments:My comment was in no way aimed at "liberals" - you made that connection yourself. I was speaking specifically of the commenters at Indymedia, KOS and DU. Do you deny that those communities are prone to these types of conspiracy theories? Pointing it out has nothing to do with playing politics - it's a fact. And a depressing one, as I said in the post. Why can't we be thankful that the British appear to be defiant against terrorism? Our prayers are with them, but we also want them to take certain actions we feel will best reduce the chance of this happening again (in any country). It's called hope for the future, and if someone needs a reminder of the direction we think they should go, they can read this blog and find out. This has nothing to do with what is "wrong with America." The "my way or the highway attitude" is actually very typical of America and has been. The only people that should ever feel the need to compromise their principles in America are those that would harm others (ie take away their rights to life, liberty, property, etc.). As far as I can remember, we have never questioned anyone's patriotism (although there are MANY instances we could have). As far as everyone getting along, well, no, we can't, and that is a stupid ideal to try to reach. It's just not possible. That's why we have rules and rights. "Must everything you write that is remotely political be an attack on liberals?" Apparently, linking to a list of left-wing responses to this attack is an "attack on liberals." If that IS the case, then there is really only one group to blame. Every post on KOS or the other "liberal" blogs and sites that I frequent deplores these attacks and stands resolute with the British people. Why do the Republicans have to play the politics of division with these incidents? Why do they have to re-direct these horrific incidents to support their failed policy decisions in Iraq? It is disgusting that those on the right would use this as an opportunity to further their political agenda of demonizing those who do not agree with them about everything. You should be ashamed to further that disgusting idea. Liberals are patriots. We love America. We supported the war in Afghanistan, and would support more military action in Afghanistan right now to eradicate Al Qaeda. I am sick of this sort of casual demonization of liberals and those who disagree with you politically. Sick. I continue to frequent this blog because I thought it was an ANGELS blog. Not a knee jerk Republican party line blog. Once again – you’re the one applying my comments to the “liberal” community - not me. I didn't paint with that broad a brush. Let’s re-examine what I said in my comment above, shall we? "I was speaking specifically of the commenters at Indymedia, KOS and DU." The commenters. Nowhere did I say, “Look what Kos said!” or “there goes those crazy liberals again!” I specified that it was the individual commenters I have a problem with. They said what they said, and there’s no denying it was said. What fault is there in properly attributing a quote? Why would it offend you (or anyone else for that matter)? Apparently you’re angry I’m not giving equal time to the douchebags on the right. Well, that's a problem easily solved - you do have a blog, do you not? Feel free to chronicle their statements to your hearts content (though you’re going to be hard-pressed to find something the moral equivalent of the blatant anti-Semitism that’s been making the rounds today). In the meantime, stop dictating to me on my own blog, if you don't mind. |
