BluesChick 1,260 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 I was just going to say that I will be gone for the next few weeks while we travels but in light of few of the recent posts I think I will be taking a break from the forum. I need a break from the blatant anti-American sentiment that has become worse recently. I hope everyone enjoys the holiday season regardless of how you choose to celebrate and may the new year bring you peace and joy in your life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChelseaChick 430 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Have a great Christmas, hurry back! x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLion. 21,491 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Take care Kerry, see you soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clevemayer 764 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 I was just going to say that I will be gone for the next few weeks while we travels but in light of few of the recent posts I think I will be taking a break from the forum. I need a break from the blatant anti-American sentiment that has become worse recently. I hope everyone enjoys the holiday season regardless of how you choose to celebrate and may the new year bring you peace and joy in your life.enjoy it, but what anti-American sentiment? that must've passed me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheva. 5,373 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 enjoy it, but what anti-American sentiment? that must've passed me It's mostly on the Global Revolution thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fulham Broadway 17,333 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 I dont think its anti Americanism passe. I have met some of the friendliest people in the US, picked up Vietnam veterans who were hitchiking, retired people driving round their US in their MPVs -including Woodrow Wilsons grandaughter, hispanics in LA and obviously Blues Chick hereIts more like a condemnation of foreign policies, not just the US but UK as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDN Blue 7,903 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Sorry to hear that, my problems is with your Government, and not any of their citizens.Enjoy your break. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henrique 9,133 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Sorry to hear that, my problems is with your Government, and not any of their citizens.Enjoy your break.US Government are american citizens choosen by american citizens. There arent any kind of global revolution, there is only a little wave that is much more weaker than the counter-culture movement in 60s. Ten years later Reagan became president... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kieran. 6,317 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Sorry you feel that way, but I feel this is a bit dramatic.I'm an American myself and I know the guys preaching in that thread are anti-US government (as I am myself), not anti-American. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDN Blue 7,903 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 US Government are american citizens choosen by american citizens.There arent any kind of global revolution, there is only a little wave that is much more weaker than the counter-culture movement in 60s. Ten years later Reagan became president...Fair comment, but the citizens don't make the decisions their government does.It's wrong to blame the citizens for the choices of their government, we all know all governments will use any rhetoric to get into power and then make such anti-humanitarian decisions. I hold no grudges with the American people, just the American government. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
termninja 5,290 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Anti american sent...what? Oh the bullshit from the Global Revolution thread where you people have pointless argument over stupid things...bah if I wasn't a mod I wouldn't even bother looking at that thread...Have a good time and return soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fulham Broadway 17,333 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Sorry you feel that way, but I feel this is a bit dramatic. I'm an American myself and I know the guys preaching in that thread are anti-US government (as I am myself), not anti-American. True K. Our cousins across the water we have a lot in common with, We, as you do in the US live under the illusion of democracy. People with money get elected, and then make decisions for other people with money, whilst the rest get shafted..imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDN Blue 7,903 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Anti american sent...what? Oh the bullshit from the Global Revolution thread where you people have pointless argument over stupid things...bah if I wasn't a mod I wouldn't even bother looking at that thread..Yes, because what's more serious than real life issues? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kieran. 6,317 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Anti american sent...what? Oh the bullshit from the Global Revolution thread where you people have pointless argument over stupid things...bah if I wasn't a mod I wouldn't even bother looking at that thread...Have a good time and return soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kojo 4,676 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Good luck and hope you come back.And guys Sh0n3x meant no harm by it, he's not being mean about it, pretty much just saying it's pointless arguing and depressed about politics when nothing is going to happen anyway. I for one never post in any of those threads, not that i'm not bothered i just don't want to get caught in those type of debates if you get me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warnie_666 1,081 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 These are just political debates. Nothing much. They tend to get heated. But I don't hate anyone for having a debate with me on political issues. And neither should uIt is good to talk politics at times instead of the AVB is idiot and AVB out nonsense Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
termninja 5,290 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Yes, because what's more serious than real life issues? Sorry, I exagerated with stupid, of course they are not, but really, some posts I've read there made me just Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesChick 1,260 Posted December 29, 2011 Author Share Posted December 29, 2011 Hi all! We are having a marvelous time in New Zealand and I am getting some much needed rest. Any LOTR fans need to visit here!! Anti-American sentiment... Yes it does exist here, I find myself constantly defending my home country, not that I don't see both sides of the argument. No, I don't always agree with my government but I believe you need to look at things from every angle and you need to realize that the Americans here do actual find some of the crap you bandy about offensive. I am not my government and blatant statements about "America" or "Americans" aren't accurate! The US is huge and "normal" Americans don't get elected, especially when you consider the fact that our votes are only to determine the "electoral college". Until you understand our politics fully please do not attack the "average American" and don't assume we all agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolayes 14,489 Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Hi all! We are having a marvelous time in New Zealand and I am getting some much needed rest. Any LOTR fans need to visit here!!Anti-American sentiment... Yes it does exist here, I find myself constantly defending my home country, not that I don't see both sides of the argument. No, I don't always agree with my government but I believe you need to look at things from every angle and you need to realize that the Americans here do actual find some of the crap you bandy about offensive. I am not my government and blatant statements about "America" or "Americans" aren't accurate! The US is huge and "normal" Americans don't get elected, especially when you consider the fact that our votes are only to determine the "electoral college". Until you understand our politics fully please do not attack the "average American" and don't assume we all agree.glad to know you are well ..missed you ..All the best for the New Year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrismada9 1,948 Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 Hope you're having a lovely time in NZ Kerry! Have you seen any Rugby players doing Haka dances yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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