Crunch Time in the US

[LEE BRADBURY]

Well it was only 50 years ago that black people had to use seperate entrances, give up seats on the bus etc. they were a textbook definition of a second-class citizen. Now it looks as though they'll have a black President. I'd hate to sound all hysterical and grand, but Martin Luther King would have loved to have seen this day. It really is an historic day in the chapters of history.

I've just thought...can anyone name a black senior politician in the UK??!!

we have lots of jews though (politicians)

Oh Lord!?!

Don’t be so sensitive I am only making an observation there is nothing racist in it, my point is maybe the USA are leading the way as regards African politicians but we are leading the way as regards Jewish ones(.i think it is safe to say these things.)

Don’t agree with me ask the Islamic community who are sick to death off being singled out for draconian anti terror laws by politicians

 

[LEE BRADBURY]

Well it was only 50 years ago that black people had to use seperate entrances, give up seats on the bus etc. they were a textbook definition of a second-class citizen. Now it looks as though they'll have a black President. I'd hate to sound all hysterical and grand, but Martin Luther King would have loved to have seen this day. It really is an historic day in the chapters of history.

I've just thought...can anyone name a black senior politician in the UK??!!

we have lots of jews though (politicians)

You're Brooklands Blue and I claim my prize!!

Definitely not, I was only making an observation, some just read too much in to what one says.

 

[CarolinaBlue]

Don’t be so sensitive I am only making an observation there is nothing racist in it, my point is maybe the USA are leading the way as regards African politicians but we are leading the way as regards Jewish ones(.i think it is safe to say these things.)

Don’t agree with me ask the Islamic community who are sick to death off being singled out for draconian anti terror laws by politicians

I was joking...I was joking! I meant to put a ;) after it! I forgot...I have been taking part in the every four year tradition of getting pissed after voting!

 

[LEE BRADBURY]

Don’t be so sensitive I am only making an observation there is nothing racist in it, my point is maybe the USA are leading the way as regards African politicians but we are leading the way as regards Jewish ones(.i think it is safe to say these things.)

Don’t agree with me ask the Islamic community who are sick to death off being singled out for draconian anti terror laws by politicians

I was joking...I was joking! I meant to put a ;) after it! I forgot...I have been taking part in the every four year tradition of getting pissed after voting!

Sorry felt I needed to explain myself ,did not realise you were being humorous ;-)

 

[CarolinaBlue]

Don’t be so sensitive I am only making an observation there is nothing racist in it, my point is maybe the USA are leading the way as regards African politicians but we are leading the way as regards Jewish ones(.i think it is safe to say these things.)

Don’t agree with me ask the Islamic community who are sick to death off being singled out for draconian anti terror laws by politicians

I was joking...I was joking! I meant to put a ;) after it! I forgot...I have been taking part in the every four year tradition of getting pissed after voting!

Sorry felt I needed to explain myself ,did not realise you were being humorous ;-)

Poor attempt on my part! I give me a 2, and that's only because I think it is impressive that I can type in my present condition.

 

[Bigga]

We've had a female Prime Minister.

Obama isn't even black.

We're not talking in terms of a Dulux pallet but in terms of race you muppet!

Well, yes, in terms of Race(nearest colour acceptance), he's Black. He doesn't define himself as such. He defines himself as a man and a Human Being. He happens to be the fulcrum point of two races. He's tired of being defined and so am I. Too much is risked, destroyed, misunderstood etc., on this point.

Let's move people on and make colour/ race yesterday's worry. The rest of the world will catch up soon enough.

 

[LEE BRADBURY]

Don’t be so sensitive I am only making an observation there is nothing racist in it, my point is maybe the USA are leading the way as regards African politicians but we are leading the way as regards Jewish ones(.i think it is safe to say these things.)

Don’t agree with me ask the Islamic community who are sick to death off being singled out for draconian anti terror laws by politicians

I was joking...I was joking! I meant to put a ;) after it! I forgot...I have been taking part in the every four year tradition of getting pissed after voting!

ha ha ha,nice one

 

[ElanJo]

Yes, we certainly lack freedom in the UK. Not just in terms of arms, but in many other areas also.

Ok, you believe that our Government could never become tyrannical. Why exactly?

America has been invaded... by us. No-one could successfully invade the US, because most citizens have guns. America would be ripe for invading atm , considering their troops are stretched thin around the globe - if it weren't for the 2nd amendment. The only way they could be brought to their knees is through Nukes or an outside War of attrition (whereby they'd be economically drained) and of course, inflation.

The gang violence ship well and truly sailed? In the short term, yes. The War on Drugs has a lot to answer for in that respect. Hopefully the US Gov will tackle the fundamental problems (poverty and abolishing the war on drugs) instead of wasting time and money creating and tackling the symptoms.

The presence of the airlines having the tools to keep their passengers safe will lead to more hijackings? I never said Airlines should allow passengers to bring firearms on the plane. I am talking about the Airline themselves. Atleast allow the Airlines to decide - do not dictate to them. It is my opinion that if the Airlines were allowed to protect their plane and passengers 911 wouldn't have happened (imagine that! think of the implications) and that Airlines would be far safer. You may have a different opinion. You'd simply fly on airlines that were "gun free" , I wouldn't.

As for "easy pickings", I was referring to the citizens (I tend to use the word "Country", sorry) and a potential tyrannical government. Im sure Jews would have liked a firearm or 2, 60+ years ago, in Germany (Europes most civilised nation before then). Of course, Hitler knew better than to allow them to defend themselves. Besides, we would have been easy pickings for the Nazi's had it not been for the US and Hitler himself.

As for your last paragraph. If you want to put your life in the hands of chance, then fine. I'd rather know that I can defend myself, no matter what.

On the point of knives and guns. You cant fight for your freedom, against a tyrannical government, with a meat clever.

For pity's sake, man, switch off your TV.

Stop eating only the red smarties!

(see, we can all make random comments - care to explain yours?)

 

[bluearmy71]

So is obama going to win it?I think so and good on him seems a fine fella mccann reminds me to much of bush.

 

[scall11]

McCain sees to have some hunch problem. It's almost like he's always got a bullet proof vest on:
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See what I mean? His suits don't seem to fit right, it's like he's about to bulge out of it. Not that it matters, but it bugs me!