US journalist beheaded by ISIS...
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Zod said:
Saudi Arabia is a country without the Rule of Law, ruled by a corrupt, cynical, self-serving extended family and a country that retains inhumane, archaic attitudes as you describe.
It does not, however, indulge in conquest, mass murder, mass enslavement and rape and does not threaten other countries. I'd love to have the Saudis dealt with, but IS is rather more of a priority.
How many of the higher priorities exist because they have been fostered and funded by Saudis?It does not, however, indulge in conquest, mass murder, mass enslavement and rape and does not threaten other countries. I'd love to have the Saudis dealt with, but IS is rather more of a priority.
KareemK said:
Jimbeaux said:
I agree, I say stop all trade with them, we have enough of our own oil. Two problems with that though:
1)They are not just the US's pal, others buy their oil as well, so even if we stop, others will.
2)They are a nation, however abhorent, and can d0 pretty much what they will inside of that nation.
These are not problems to those who wish to oppose oppression, they are excuses to do nothing. We are promoting and encouraging anti Assad action within that country. 1)They are not just the US's pal, others buy their oil as well, so even if we stop, others will.
2)They are a nation, however abhorent, and can d0 pretty much what they will inside of that nation.
Jimbeaux said:
ISIS in not a nation but a movement that can be fought. Therefore, does the fact that we should "un-like" our Saudi buddies mean we cannot fight ISIS?
Not at all - but we should be just as outraged at Saudi no?Oh, apparently not.
That part about how people should oppose oppression everywhere, you can kick that off straight away right there in Newham, Tower Hamlets, and Waltham Forest...no need to truck all the way to Saudi.
Justayellowbadge said:
Zod said:
Saudi Arabia is a country without the Rule of Law, ruled by a corrupt, cynical, self-serving extended family and a country that retains inhumane, archaic attitudes as you describe.
It does not, however, indulge in conquest, mass murder, mass enslavement and rape and does not threaten other countries. I'd love to have the Saudis dealt with, but IS is rather more of a priority.
How many of the higher priorities exist because they have been fostered and funded by Saudis?It does not, however, indulge in conquest, mass murder, mass enslavement and rape and does not threaten other countries. I'd love to have the Saudis dealt with, but IS is rather more of a priority.
Jimbeaux said:
Spanglepants said:
He's not wrong though is he?
Be a bit more specific in your question please.KareemK said:
Jimbeaux: Will you be changing your profile to St George? Just curious. 
I was trying to be a smart arse.
Hoped it would help me fit in on this thread
KareemK said:
Jimbeaux said:
Spanglepants said:
He's not wrong though is he?
Be a bit more specific in your question please.KareemK said:
Jimbeaux: Will you be changing your profile to St George? Just curious.
I was trying to be a smart arse.
Hoped it would help me fit in on this thread
On the St. George issue. The petition has acquired the needed number of signatures to get onto a ballot. Those in the affected area will have a chance to decide whether or not they wish to become an incorporated city. Central City, Baker, and Zachary have all done this in the past. They all remain part of the Parish (county) of East Baton Rouge, just not within the Baton Rouge city limits. It is a toss up if it will pass.
Ah, I see what this is. I just read the BBC version of the story and, of course, even the headline is racist. 
This is about representation of taxes spent, not funding things that are elsewhere in the city and not even used by the one's paying. The BBC, mentions how the casino wants to stay part of the parish, this is all wrong. The casino wants to stay part of the city, the parish is a much larger entity. The casino, btw, knows its largest customer base are those that live in the "poorer" areas. Everyone, including St. George, would remain part of the parish. The BBC would do well to get that and other basic facts in order before launcing off on a race crusade.
I find it amusing that the BBC would come focus on a medium sized city in a southern US state to do some sensationalized reporting when they could go to East London and stir up all the drama they could require; or does that not adhere to their leftist agenda?
Anyway. O/T. Start a Village of St. George thread if you wish, let's keep this one on the original topic.
This is about representation of taxes spent, not funding things that are elsewhere in the city and not even used by the one's paying. The BBC, mentions how the casino wants to stay part of the parish, this is all wrong. The casino wants to stay part of the city, the parish is a much larger entity. The casino, btw, knows its largest customer base are those that live in the "poorer" areas. Everyone, including St. George, would remain part of the parish. The BBC would do well to get that and other basic facts in order before launcing off on a race crusade. I find it amusing that the BBC would come focus on a medium sized city in a southern US state to do some sensationalized reporting when they could go to East London and stir up all the drama they could require; or does that not adhere to their leftist agenda?
Anyway. O/T. Start a Village of St. George thread if you wish, let's keep this one on the original topic.
Edited by Jimbeaux on Tuesday 21st October 20:12
Zod said:
Saudi Arabia is a country without the Rule of Law, ruled by a corrupt, cynical, self-serving extended family and a country that retains inhumane, archaic attitudes as you describe.
It does not, however, indulge in conquest, mass murder, mass enslavement and rape and does not threaten other countries. I'd love to have the Saudis dealt with, but IS is rather more of a priority.
Saudis should be mandated to deal with IS (they have the resources) - they are with us or against us,where is Dubya when you need him.It does not, however, indulge in conquest, mass murder, mass enslavement and rape and does not threaten other countries. I'd love to have the Saudis dealt with, but IS is rather more of a priority.
The root of all Muslim evil must be pretty close to Mecca or Medina.
Jimbeaux said:
I find it amusing that the BBC would come focus on a medium sized city in a southern US state to do some sensationalized reporting when they could go to East London and stir up all the drama they could require; or does that not adhere to their leftist agenda?
The BBC isn't leftist, just anti-American. TheRealFingers99 said:
Jimbeaux said:
I find it amusing that the BBC would come focus on a medium sized city in a southern US state to do some sensationalized reporting when they could go to East London and stir up all the drama they could require; or does that not adhere to their leftist agenda?
The BBC isn't leftist, just anti-American. 
Jimbeaux said:
TheRealFingers99 said:
Jimbeaux said:
I find it amusing that the BBC would come focus on a medium sized city in a southern US state to do some sensationalized reporting when they could go to East London and stir up all the drama they could require; or does that not adhere to their leftist agenda?
The BBC isn't leftist, just anti-American. Maybe 60 Minutes should do Tower Hamlets?
Zod said:
but we should talk to them - they're reasonable people who will come to a mutually satisfactory accommodation with us.
I'd like to offer a more liberal view, of lets just clleanse them from the face of the earth. Them, their mates and especially that ex morrisons security guard. We should go old school in the execution of this strategy, give the good folk 7 days to leave or assemble at a number of predetermined safe-havens, after which we will lay waste to the whole area. Scorched earth wouldnt even come close.Then we would actually help them rebuild their shattered country and stick around for long enough to make it work.
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