Francisco -> RE: Yet ANOTHER high-school massacre? (Apr. 18 2007 12:56:43)
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Oh boy, I tried to refrain, but alas.... quote:
But IMO its best to deal with these issues when they are fresh, rather than leave them to be forgotten and brushed under the carpet. Agreed, but initially your opinion didn't come across as 'dealing with these issues', but rather bashing an entire nation of people for one single senseless act. If, in the future, you decide to deal with issues, a more appropriate format would be to present the problem as you see it, then list a few solutions. quote:
As for ignorance Samwise, if you think legalising guns makes you an "enlightened nation" you are very much mistaken, and I would argue that guns do far more harm than good. The ignorance I was eluding to, Sunshine, was your use of such a broad brush to paint an entire nation as socially deprived because one moron decides to act on impulse. I totally agree with the idea that guns do more harm than good. You seem to think that just because I'm American that I'm pro gun, another incorrect assumption on your part if that is the case. And just for the record, I was using the word ignorance as defined as a lack of awareness, NOT as a synonym for stupidity. quote:
Besides... I never claimed to be wise OR smart. Nor have I, but be that as it may, wouldn't it be an honorable achievement? On a final note... quote:
Cho Seung-Hui, who police say is responsible for most of Monday's shootings, was a resident alien from South Korea Not trying to imply anything, just found it interesting in light of the initial anti-American sentiment of this thread. Peace
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