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Having not been around much, I became awar of this whole affair only after the fact, as it were. You can find my opinion of it in 'Views'...
posted by
Nautikos
on May 18, 2009 at 8:05 PM
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I must have missed a good battle here
I am all for tolerance and respect for all views to a degree except when it impinges on the rights of others. As Voltaire said.' I may disagree with what you say, but I will defend to the death, your right to say it.' However I have found that I do put a proviso on that. What you say is not derogatory or rubbishing a certain group. I do have a sense of humour though and sometimes we need to see the funny side of life in order to survive it.
I must go and read Zenmom
posted by
Norwood
on May 16, 2009 at 4:24 AM
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I suggested that she stay that we need her.
posted by
Kabu
on May 14, 2009 at 7:45 PM
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Thank God For Freedom Of Speech! Great!
posted by
REDGAL10
on May 13, 2009 at 8:14 PM
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With out the first amendment, and the freedom it bestows on us all
none of us would be able to express our views. Tolerance is key. Have your beliefs, and feel free to state them, but give others the same freedom you enjoy without personal attacks.
posted by
muley12
on May 13, 2009 at 3:31 PM
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gapcohen
From watching this situation (and most of the great Blogit "debates") safely from the sidelines, I've gathered that taking pot shots at a general group of people (Jews, gays, liberals, atheists, Christians, Muslims, etc.) is okay. It's taking shots at specific members that somehow upsets the applecart. In essence, when hunting, bring a scattergun and blow away the whole herd, but never, ever snipe a specific target. Somehow, this does not put my mind at ease.
posted by
Talion_
on May 12, 2009 at 4:39 PM
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my mom was supposedly religious but at the same time very prejudice so how can we have both, she didn't see anything wrong with it, but told me if I was to go to church my life would turn around.
posted by
Lanetay
on May 12, 2009 at 12:21 PM
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Hi Mal! I think this is an awesome post! I agree with all the points on ZenMom! I am going to miss her very much! sammy
posted by
sam444
on May 12, 2009 at 12:10 PM
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Re: Re:
And my spelling? lol
posted by
metalrat
on May 12, 2009 at 9:57 AM
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Re:
??? What the hell hapened to my font? lol
posted by
metalrat
on May 12, 2009 at 9:56 AM
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Very well said, Mal, and I second all of it.
And your statements...
I didn't sign up here expecting to be "protected" from oppositional comments. Sometimes, those can be catalyst for meaningful exchange.
On issues like politics and religion, hiding behind a mindless veneer of sweetness and light never accomplishes anything...
...can also apply to relationships, but, unfortunately, not everyone thinks so, as I've learned to my hurt.
You and ZenMom are both fortunate to have each other as friends. I think highly of you both. 
posted by
metalrat
on May 12, 2009 at 9:55 AM
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Yes, Yes, Yes..........I agree........I concur.......I give up. (I'm kidding on that one) lol
Hey, Mal......can you get ME a paying gig? This book of mine...........I'm gonna have to pack my bags and find a cave to live in, where no one in my FAMILY knows where I am. Turns out I'm the glue that holds this family together. Remember, the niece I wrote about.......the one that told my daughter (on Thanksgiving) that she was pregnant? Well, she's pretty much going to be living w/ us until she delivers in early August. Her parents (both hard-core Catholics) will have nothing to do w/ her unless she agrees to put the baby up for adoption. And, while I think this is probably in the best interest of the child, my niece is engaged in a battle of the wills w/ her parents. "They are not going to tell me what to do." she said to me. So, she's going to come stay w/ me.........float w/ me in the pool and have some QUIET time to THINK...THINK..THINK. (I was planning a post on this, cause I needed some advice.) My brother and sis-in-law want ME to push THEIR agenda....adoption. My Mother says I should "respect" their wishes. I say....my niece is 19 and soon to be a Mother....I say I respect her wishes, while guiding her to make a decision that keeps the babies interest front and center. Great.........I guess that's a post.
Again, thank you for your support on the blogit matter.
posted by
ZenMom
on May 12, 2009 at 9:47 AM
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