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tigercake comments on Apr 28, 2019:

There you go! Creative and effective.

Naomi replies on Apr 28, 2019:

Yes, a wonderful idea, don't think?

Britain's Version Of 'Medicare For All' Is Struggling With Long Waits For Care

Jaycee2010 comments on Apr 8, 2019:

The welfare system in the UK used to work, until we allowed the EU to force us to allow millions of migrants into the UK. How can a small country possibly sustain taking care of millions of extra people who burden our healthcare system without every paying in, it was a recipe for disaster. Another ...

Naomi replies on Apr 28, 2019:

I would also add a demographic factor; the UK has an increasing aging population and a relatively high birthrate. In other words, the number of tax payers and the number of to-be-provided-for are out of balance.

The Ten Commandments for Muslims

Nador321 comments on Apr 27, 2019:

11. Apostasy is the new Islam

Naomi replies on Apr 27, 2019:

I believe that so-called peaceful Muslims (Mecca Muslims and cultural Muslims) secretly wish Islam to be reformed, but they can't support such a movement openly - their lives will be threatened by Medina Muslims... Reformed and modernised Islam would be respected as much as other religions like Christianity and Buddhism, then.

The Ten Commandments for Muslims

Nador321 comments on Apr 27, 2019:

11. Apostasy is the new Islam

Naomi replies on Apr 27, 2019:

Oh, I so wish they had courage to abandon Islam!

Fellow group members, Since the general posting forum on this site has been discontinued, I have ...

Garsco comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Posting only in groups has made things more cumbersome. One can find posts from others not in one’s own group but the path is much longer to find them. Judging from my Alerts, many members must be unsure of how to navigate this site now. Activity seems to have slowed to a crawl and I fear the ...

Naomi replies on Apr 27, 2019:

Couldn't agree more, sir!

Fellow group members, Since the general posting forum on this site has been discontinued, I have ...

Boardwine comments on Apr 25, 2019:

I don't like change! It frightens me.Well...actually it annoys me because I'm easily confused and a creature of habit. So if there is no general site wide viewing option how can we foster dialog with people that may not be in a group or group set that we belong to? Is there a concern that we're ...

Naomi replies on Apr 27, 2019:

Hear, hear! Groups, tribes, echo chambers, confirmation bias... not good.

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Crikey comments on Apr 22, 2019:

First definition of "direct action" I pulled up was "the use of strikes, demonstrations, and other forms of public protest rather than negotiation to achieve one's demands". I'll assume that is the definition you are working from. Plenty of examples. Independence movements in places like India, ...

Naomi replies on Apr 26, 2019:

Actually, that's a good point - it's certainly more significant when "ordinary people" take direct action rather than lobbyist. But then, look at Yellow Vests. 23 weekends have gone, the protest has become violent, there has been so much vandalism on the streets of Paris, the local businesses have been affected badly, tourists have been deterred, the French government hasn't paid much attention to them, etc., etc... Basically, so far, they haven't achieved anything but worsening the local economy and interfering badly with the locals' livelihood. When direct action continues to fail or has little effect like this, what do you think is lacking? Leadership? Strategy?

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Crikey comments on Apr 22, 2019:

First definition of "direct action" I pulled up was "the use of strikes, demonstrations, and other forms of public protest rather than negotiation to achieve one's demands". I'll assume that is the definition you are working from. Plenty of examples. Independence movements in places like India, ...

Naomi replies on Apr 26, 2019:

I thank you, @Crikey, for presenting your views. I feel I learned a lot. I actually sympathise with people who take direct action as the last resort, provided that they have legitimate reasons and clear objectives so that negotiations are brought to the table in a constructive manner by both sides. Meanwhile, direct action can be a "good intention-bad idea" case.; it matters to me how well direct action is received by others while how badly it interferes with others' livelihood. I keep thinking there should be an alternative way, or direct action could work more efficiently and effectively if it was organised with thorough plans, more professional strategies and stronger leadership. Thanks again!

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Username69 comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Yep. I have started to be more overt about my politics at work and people shut their mouths pretty quick when they realize that’s not everyone is a msnbc drone.

Naomi replies on Apr 26, 2019:

That's excellent. I rarely get involved in an argument with anybody, but I shall remember your tactics. Thank you!

I have a questions that popped into my mind after reading about the new IDW post policy.

MickeyRat comments on Apr 25, 2019:

True 100% freedom is freedom without responsibility. We aren't wired for that and we couldn't live with each other in that state. Babies are free. They can do what they want. They can demand anything they can conceive of but, they can't conceive much and they can't communicate it. I don't want ...

Naomi replies on Apr 25, 2019:

Whether or not we need a government to grant us rights and protect them for us, to me, there is a correlation between right and responsibility. I define right as an entitlement; you're entitled to something. And when you're entitled to something, there is someone who is responsible to ensure that you get that "something". So, similarly, your baby is entitled to freedom to live (right to live) means you're responsible as a parent, to protect that entitlement (right) for your baby, hence the correlation between right and responsibility - in my opinion, anyway.

Peterson has said, "I act as if God exists." What does this mean to you?

An_Ominous comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Jordan Peterson's view is well... better than mine, and certainly expressed more articulately... but here's my perspective anyway. I came to a similar conclusion on my own some years ago. Mine is... you have to live your life as if there is an Afterlife. If you believe we are purely and merely...

Naomi replies on Apr 25, 2019:

Yes, @purdyday, Buddhism seems to focus more on previous life rather than afterlife, hence karma as in your current life is the consequence of your previous life...

I have a questions that popped into my mind after reading about the new IDW post policy.

MickeyRat comments on Apr 25, 2019:

True 100% freedom is freedom without responsibility. We aren't wired for that and we couldn't live with each other in that state. Babies are free. They can do what they want. They can demand anything they can conceive of but, they can't conceive much and they can't communicate it. I don't want ...

Naomi replies on Apr 25, 2019:

@MickeyRat, @chuckpo We also have to consider rights as well as choices - your baby's right to live free is your responsibility...

Peterson has said, "I act as if God exists." What does this mean to you?

An_Ominous comments on Apr 25, 2019:

Jordan Peterson's view is well... better than mine, and certainly expressed more articulately... but here's my perspective anyway. I came to a similar conclusion on my own some years ago. Mine is... you have to live your life as if there is an Afterlife. If you believe we are purely and merely...

Naomi replies on Apr 25, 2019:

You know, there is a Buddhist saying "you define death, you define life", or something along those lines. In Buddhism, they don't seem to talk much about afterlife (I may be wrong). The notion is that when you understand death, you finally understand the significance of life... deeeeep!

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Organicplum comments on Apr 24, 2019:

Biggest one that sticks in my mind was the poll tax one in uk

Naomi replies on Apr 25, 2019:

Yes, the riots were in such a scale that they helped abolish the poll tax. The level of violence was horrendous, though...

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Username69 comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Yep. I have started to be more overt about my politics at work and people shut their mouths pretty quick when they realize that’s not everyone is a msnbc drone.

Naomi replies on Apr 25, 2019:

Well, it seems to be working for Username69, though...

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Bikecop24 comments on Apr 22, 2019:

Peaceful events are helpful. We don't need antifa style protests.

Naomi replies on Apr 24, 2019:

Strategies! That's what's missing, don't you think? I think with the right kind of strategies, along with strong leadership and thorough planning, direct action should work more effectively and efficiently so that protesters' voices are properly heard and negotiations are swiftly brought to the table. Probably easier said than done, though. but there are professional strategists.

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Rosalindenglish comments on Apr 23, 2019:

No. It creates rubbish for landfill, tonnes of waste plastic, and gives people a sense of "something being done". Young people thinking of protesting these issues should consider helping out at their local recycling centre, boycotting Chinese goods, never taking international flights, and even ...

Naomi replies on Apr 24, 2019:

Welcome to the community! You know what - we could do with more British sarcasm and dry sense of humour (and British English spelling!). LOL!

It's OK to say...(all together everyone!)

CRBG comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Clinton, Obama, every msm news service in the West refrained from identifying the victims as "Christians". Let's contrast that with the way Christchurch condolences were offered. Here: Fixed it.

Naomi replies on Apr 24, 2019:

I have to say that I am less familiar with the American politics; I live in the UK. With regard to playing identity politics and PC. The right are just as bad in the UK... Thanks for your insightful input - interesting.

It's OK to say...(all together everyone!)

CRBG comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Clinton, Obama, every msm news service in the West refrained from identifying the victims as "Christians". Let's contrast that with the way Christchurch condolences were offered. Here: Fixed it.

Naomi replies on Apr 24, 2019:

Political correctness - what's that? LOL I do go along with your argument, quite happily, but I have reservations about talking of Muslims (and Christians) as collective. When we paint a bad picture of Muslims in association with gang rape, ghettoisation, imposing of Sharia Law, etc., which is typical rhetoric against ALL Muslims, we walk right into identity politics. This is also the rhetoric that conveniently leaves out Muslims who contribute themselves to the Western world they belong to; I'm sure you can find some if not many in your country in various fields; academia, business, art, music, sports, film, comedy, science, armed forces, and the list goes on. (There are loads in America.)

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Organicplum comments on Apr 24, 2019:

Biggest one that sticks in my mind was the poll tax one in uk

Naomi replies on Apr 24, 2019:

Hi. Oh, I forgot about that one. Poll tax riots! Far from peaceful protests. I don't know what you make of it, because poll tax was subsequently abolished but it still remains in the form of council tax... So, do you think the riots helped achieve the purpose?

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Pate49 comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Protests are always the precursor for armed rebellions because they achieve nothing. The State in essence is violence and the only way to convince the State of your sovereignty is to meet it with the same tactics it uses itself. The French Government will meet as little of the demands as possible to...

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

Hello. Yes, I can see your logic. Thank you.

It's OK to say...(all together everyone!)

Kristian comments on Apr 23, 2019:

I have people saying that to me every day. They just don’t know how to spell it properly.

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

I sympathize (or sympathise in British English)... English isn't even my mother tongue. LOL!

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Bikecop24 comments on Apr 22, 2019:

Peaceful events are helpful. We don't need antifa style protests.

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

Hello. Thanks for your input. I hear you, but no, still no for me. I still struggle to justify the disruptions protesters cause however great their principles, etc. may be (and I may well agree with them). For example, there are people who are seriously ill and if they can't get the medicines they need in time due to delayed deliveries because roads are blocked by protesters, etc., there is no excuse for the protesters. Imagine your little girl falls seriously ill or was injured in an accident and an ambulance can't get to you quickly enough because the roads are blocked by protesters. Is that a price you're prepared to pay? If they must protest and demonstrate, they must think it through, plan well, have strategies, and most of all be pragmatic. Otherwise, to me it is wrong to sacrifice the innocent for whatever principles protesters want to stand for.

It's OK to say...(all together everyone!)

CRBG comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Clinton, Obama, every msm news service in the West refrained from identifying the victims as "Christians". Let's contrast that with the way Christchurch condolences were offered. Here: Fixed it.

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

Nice one! On a serious note, I'm concerned about this Christians vs Muslims narrative. It's very divisive and I fear that it is doing nothing but stoke hatred between the two...

It's OK to say...(all together everyone!)

Gerri4321 comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Is any one who is unwilling to say Christian anti-christian now? See were this can be a new pushed agenda I was raised Christian I am still searching for the right place to worship I don't want to be preached at about the word of GOD I wish to be taught the word of JESUS CHRIST TO BE RECIEVED BY ...

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

Somebody else posted this video here. "Christians" seem to be replaced by "Easter worshippers"... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNm9JZ_joBE

It's OK to say...(all together everyone!)

RobBlair comments on Apr 23, 2019:

You mean those Sunday Assemblers?

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

And Easter worshippers.

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Bikecop24 comments on Apr 22, 2019:

Peaceful events are helpful. We don't need antifa style protests.

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

Hello, thanks for your input. You make a very good point. Whatever the principle, cause, attainment, etc. I always struggle to justify the disruptions caused by protesters, which ultimately interfere with people's livelihood, and you provide a very good example. I can't help thinking surely there are other ways to get messages across than direct action but I don't know what... Frustrating!

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Bikecop24 comments on Apr 22, 2019:

Peaceful events are helpful. We don't need antifa style protests.

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

Hello. Gosh, you've read my mind! The climate change protest has been going on in London for a week now, and I've been feeling rather irritated because of the very point you make - people's lives. The protesters have been vandalizing public/private properties, gluing themselves to trains, marching into the airport in an attempt to stop flights, blocking the bridge, etc., etc. They may be able to "afford" to be out protesting day in day out, but many of us have to go to work, earn money and put food on the table for the family. There are customers waiting to be served, deliveries to be made, patients to be treated, people needing urgent attention in emergency situations, lonely old people looking forward to seeing their carers and being washed and fed, and so on and so on. I struggle to justify disruptions deliberately caused by protesters.

Who loves Judge Judy? I do!

MADcHATTER comments on Apr 22, 2019:

Absolutely love her! She's totally hard case!

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

I wish I could treat idiots the blunt way she does. LOL

How is Imam Mohamad Tawhidi perceived in Australia? Is he a genuine Islam reformer?

JacintaL comments on Apr 22, 2019:

Awake now! Good morning form Oz! Tawidi’s had a fairly respectable following in Oz, however in saying that sometimes it’s hard to tell given that we operate within an echo chamber (I know I did on FB), so I’d see a lot of memes from other conservatives in my feed. He’s pushing for ...

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

I know Tawhidi is constantly under death threats, probably by many Medina Muslims (Islamists), and although he has close friends who support him, they don't wish to become public figures like him, and that's understandable. I wonder how many Muslims are "secretly" supporting him... If Islam became more compatible with modern values by reformation, that would be good news for the Mecca Muslims. There is a Muslim gay community in the UK. I don't know how they manage to live by the Quran and stay gay - that's cheating. LOL!

How is Imam Mohamad Tawhidi perceived in Australia? Is he a genuine Islam reformer?

Gerri4321 comments on Apr 22, 2019:

I have been following Iman Tawihi for 4 year's , I have much respect for him, I started I group so people could learn more from and about him.

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

Hello. Wow, 4 Years! You have a good point. It's important to collect information so that we can have balanced views, and not to blindly walk into general beliefs, narratives, etc. I always feel reluctant about talking of Muslims as collective, knowing that there are people like Tawhidi who are trying to reform Islam from within. However, Islam is indeed a religion of political ideology and Tawhidi is indeed a political figure, I feel I would support him with caution.

How is Imam Mohamad Tawhidi perceived in Australia? Is he a genuine Islam reformer?

Tabithakitten comments on Apr 22, 2019:

I adore him, I wonder how Australia thinks about him too, wow, lots of fun things written here .. yeah for free speech. I love this site.

Naomi replies on Apr 23, 2019:

Hello. Thank you for your input. Wow, that's interesting! Tawhidi is on Facebook with 185,000 likes. I assumed that he was reasonably known - good or bad.

How is Imam Mohamad Tawhidi perceived in Australia? Is he a genuine Islam reformer?

JacintaL comments on Apr 22, 2019:

Awake now! Good morning form Oz! Tawidi’s had a fairly respectable following in Oz, however in saying that sometimes it’s hard to tell given that we operate within an echo chamber (I know I did on FB), so I’d see a lot of memes from other conservatives in my feed. He’s pushing for ...

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Good morning! Finally, a comment from Australia. :D Thanks ever so much for your insightful input. It is interesting that Tawhidi's conservative stance on Islam reform still counts; I would've thought most Mecca (moderate) Muslims who live in the West and appreciate Western values support him whether they're left or right. Islam is indeed a religion of political ideology, especially Hadith. Its removal would be great. It's nearly midnight in the UK. Time for me to go to bed. Good night! LOL!

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

JobyOneKenobi comments on Apr 22, 2019:

It's all too much these days. Every protest has 2 or 3 protests surrounding it. I can't even keep track of what they are all complaining about. I always just wind up wondering why they can't just expend all that energy at work.

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Hello. You could say that again. I can't help thinking that not all, not all, not all but most demonstrations are purely for self-righteousness and self-indulgence.

Where are the Marxists Here? (Zizek vs. Peterson)

Naomi comments on Apr 20, 2019:

I find it interesting that while Karl Marx and Marxism are usually demonized by many instantly (including JP), the Zizek's understanding of both is different. I'm under the impression that Zizek's knowledge of Karl Marx and Marxism is even more extensive than Peterson's.

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

I wasn't talking about Marx. I was making an observation on Zizek and Peterson.

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

An_Ominous comments on Apr 22, 2019:

I don't know if it's this way everywhere but... about 10 years ago I knew of a guy that attended protests as *entertainment.* He learned about various demonstrations on the Internet and if it was within reasonable driving distance away he would go. Then he *reviewed* the protest in his blog. He ...

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Hi. You know, you have a point. I happen to believe that there ARE professional protesters as well as those who love joining demonstrations for fun. Just like those who love picking up fights. I know that Antifa get paid to cause disruptions with violence. Plus, even if protests are originally organised and demonstrated by genuinely-concerned people, there is always the risk of being infiltrated or hijacked by extremists or hooligans. It was reported some weeks ago that some peaceful Yellow Vest protesters stopped demonstrating in Paris because of the increasing violence on the streets. They've just had the 22nd weekend and they don't seem to be getting anywhere. I know they want Macron out, and then what? They seem to lack leadership and strategies. As much as I sympathise with them, that's why I started wondering about the effectiveness of demonstrations.

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

cRaZyTMG comments on Apr 22, 2019:

Direct Action is the only things that has ever "fixed" society. As for an example. How about Revolutionary War?

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Um... not sure if I can justify direct action that way...

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

WilyRickWiles comments on Apr 22, 2019:

Yes, the civil rights movement in the United States, for example. It's a way to get media attention and raise awareness. I think that outweighs some people's resentment of protesters.

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Hello. I've been thinking...If the main purpose of demonstrations is to get media attention and raise awareness, wouldn't it be just effective (if not more efficient) as demonstrations if we spread the word and started a petition through social media?

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Crikey comments on Apr 22, 2019:

First definition of "direct action" I pulled up was "the use of strikes, demonstrations, and other forms of public protest rather than negotiation to achieve one's demands". I'll assume that is the definition you are working from. Plenty of examples. Independence movements in places like India, ...

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

So, I've been thinking... Demands may be reasonable, i.e., for civil rights, voting rights, etc., and demonstrations on streets may have visible, inspirational, that kind of effects, but they're rather shot-lived and often lack strategies, plus those demands will have to be brought to discussion and negotiation anyway so that new laws will ultimately be legislated - in a room, not on the street, of course. So, do you think circulating messages, petitions, etc. through social media, for example, is as effective (if not more peaceful) as demonstrations on the streets?

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

cRaZyTMG comments on Apr 22, 2019:

Direct Action is the only things that has ever "fixed" society. As for an example. How about Revolutionary War?

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Hi. I should've clarified that I mean "direct action" as strikes, demonstrations, etc. Still, when you extend the definition of "direct action" as far as Revolutionary War, would that include and justify terrorist actions in order to achieve goals?

How is Imam Mohamad Tawhidi perceived in Australia? Is he a genuine Islam reformer?

Tabithakitten comments on Apr 22, 2019:

I adore him, I wonder how Australia thinks about him too, wow, lots of fun things written here .. yeah for free speech. I love this site.

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Hi. Yes, I'm waiting for Aussies to wake up; it's about 5 am over there). LOL!

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Crikey comments on Apr 22, 2019:

First definition of "direct action" I pulled up was "the use of strikes, demonstrations, and other forms of public protest rather than negotiation to achieve one's demands". I'll assume that is the definition you are working from. Plenty of examples. Independence movements in places like India, ...

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Yes, your assumption is correct, re: the definition of "direct action". I shall make that clear in my post now. Thank you.

How is Imam Mohamad Tawhidi perceived in Australia? Is he a genuine Islam reformer?

RobBlair comments on Apr 22, 2019:

"This is the greatest thing! You go first."

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Nice one!

Poverty! What is it?

Rushie comments on Apr 22, 2019:

You don't lack compassion, you just lack mature wisdom. Even though "poverty" and "poor" derive from the same root word, "pauper," poverty is not simply being poor, which is simply a lack of money and ready resources. Many people have very little money, but have very little need of money. Those ...

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Hello. Thank you for your input. I'm not sure what you mean by I lack "mature wisdom" - I can't even start defining it... Apart from that, I think what you're trying to explain is that what we call poverty in the modern world is "relative poverty", and I agree with that.

We don't need your Western values.

MaskedRiderChris comments on Apr 21, 2019:

I'd like to start by admitting that I don't take Black Pigeon terribly seriously; I've watched a bunch of his videos and it's all the same doomsday "This is happening and we are all doomed because we cannot stop this," theme that I grew weary of quickly. With that having been said... I agree that...

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

No worries. I'm not an intellectual as such myself, plus, English is not my first language, so I can't convey my thoughts as eloquently as many native English speaking people. Mind you, I must admit, I prefer honest and sincere opinions from ordinary people rather than those in the ivory tower. :P I must admit that I have reservations about talking about socialism and communism as if the were synonyms of each other, but I have to agree that so far, capitalism is the best option we have although it is not perfect. I'm sure we'll meet again somewhere on this platform, so to speak. Until then, take care (ogenkide).

We don't need your Western values.

MaskedRiderChris comments on Apr 21, 2019:

I'd like to start by admitting that I don't take Black Pigeon terribly seriously; I've watched a bunch of his videos and it's all the same doomsday "This is happening and we are all doomed because we cannot stop this," theme that I grew weary of quickly. With that having been said... I agree that...

Naomi replies on Apr 21, 2019:

Thank you very much for your well thought out comment. Yes, I agree that "wa" is a very important element that has always kept the Japanese united and kept things in order. In that regard, although Japan is capitalist economically, I think there may be a socialistic element to the Japanese way of thinking. Have a great time in Japan this summer! (By the way, I love your profile photo!)

So, Emma Thompson FLEW over to London from LA to join the climate-change protest and says she ...

MADcHATTER comments on Apr 21, 2019:

Zero CO2 Emissions...so when did she give up exhaling?

Naomi replies on Apr 21, 2019:

Do you think she is suggesting that we should all go back to the stone age?

Alt-right and far-left are two sides of the same coin.

Ruthie comments on Apr 20, 2019:

Alt right fake??

Naomi replies on Apr 21, 2019:

Hello. Would you care to explain why you think that?

So, Emma Thompson FLEW over to London from LA to join the climate-change protest and says she ...

Organicplum comments on Apr 20, 2019:

I like Emma but feel she could direct the focus on cleaning up the oceans, planes are not going to stop flying, we can reduce how much energy we personally use for sure, and maybe a high level figure like her can make an influence in UK, but USA is another matter

Naomi replies on Apr 21, 2019:

Hello. I totally agree. I like her as an actress, but arty-type people are often delusional, I think. Affluent middle-classes/elites have no idea many of us have to go to work, earn money and put food on the table for the family. They're so self-righteous, thinking it's OK to disrupt transports and vandalise properties. While they care about the climate, I presume they also care about the environment. It would make much better sense if they started picking up litter instead of picking up placards. Thanks for your input.

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Farmergramma comments on Apr 14, 2019:

We are surrounded. Most of my family members are either SJW = Disagree and you are scum. They no longer talk to me at all. Or they are hard core Leftist = " the government should be like a good parent". Not kidding. That is a direct quote. The grocery store I like is very left. I would not dare wear...

Naomi replies on Apr 21, 2019:

It's the mindset that is impossible to deprogramme, isn't it? I thought it was amusing when I saw one SJW saying on YouTube that she would be happy to have a debate provided that everyone would agree with her, but it's no laughing matter when you have an SJW in your own family... Thank you very much for your insightful input. Warmest wishes X

Who loves Judge Judy? I do!

Phrankhs comments on Apr 20, 2019:

Her sarcasm is EPIC My mother was from Boston and schooled me in the fine art of sarcasm

Naomi replies on Apr 20, 2019:

Yes! "Do I look like I need your help?" "Pretty face, dumb forever." "On my worst day, I'm still smarter than you are on your best day." and so on. LOL

My ex-Muslim friend just published this article in Medium.

Naomi comments on Apr 19, 2019:

Hello. Thank you very much for sharing this article. I am always reluctant to talk of Muslims as collective. The media never make a clear distinction between Mecca Muslims (moderate Muslims) and Medina Muslims (radical/extreme Muslims), nor do they clarify the difference between Islam and Islamism. ...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

I recently read an article about a group of apparently progressive students trying to silence Camille Paglia, a professor at UArts, who is a long-time feminist and campaigner for gay rights. This is an absurd example of the left eating itself, similar to Muslims eating themselves. Very disheartening.

As this community is discussing what types of speech may or may not be acceptable, with respect to ...

Naomi comments on Apr 18, 2019:

Hello. I realise that different people have different definitions of free speech. If the definition of free speech is simply "say whatever you like, including cursing and name-calling", then I can't go along with that because courtesy matters to me. If anyone has a valid argument and manages to get ...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

By the way, it's nice to hear from someone local-ish - finally! :D

As this community is discussing what types of speech may or may not be acceptable, with respect to ...

Naomi comments on Apr 18, 2019:

Hello. I realise that different people have different definitions of free speech. If the definition of free speech is simply "say whatever you like, including cursing and name-calling", then I can't go along with that because courtesy matters to me. If anyone has a valid argument and manages to get ...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

I take your question rhetorical, sir. That's my very point; "different people have different definitions of free speech", and what you present is you definition of free speech.

Two religions can coexist. Syncretic culture is possible. [youtube.com]

R_D_Russell comments on Apr 19, 2019:

You can respect everyone by virtue of their humanity. That doesn't mean you have to equivocate all ideas and or beliefs. There is a big difference between being a Amish fundamentalist and being Sharia Fundamentalist, or being a Witch Doctor in the Congo- who steal infants from unsuspecting mothers...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

I think one has to understand that Hindutva Farah Naqvi talks of in the video is an extreme political ideology which is inspired by Nazi ideology. One also has to understand that Islamism is an extreme political ideology. Therefore, there is a huge conflict between Hindutva and Islamism in India. It is powerful when Naqvi says "God Allar (Muslim god), please give my brother a son like Lord Krishua (Hindu god)." then she continues to explain how Hindu and Muslim cultures are fused together through everyday life. So she is actually criticising both politically-motivated ideologies and how ideologues are dividing ordinary people in India, Muslims and Hindus alike. You talk of the virtue of humanity, and if it means "a virtue that without which you cease to be human”, I don't think two just ordinary human-beings can be too different from one another. (I'm not delusional!)

Two religions can coexist. Syncretic culture is possible. [youtube.com]

R_D_Russell comments on Apr 19, 2019:

You can respect everyone by virtue of their humanity. That doesn't mean you have to equivocate all ideas and or beliefs. There is a big difference between being a Amish fundamentalist and being Sharia Fundamentalist, or being a Witch Doctor in the Congo- who steal infants from unsuspecting mothers...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

I once watched a documentary about the Amish, where an Amish father took his two small children to a local McDonald's. That was cheating! LOL You might say the father was being hypocritical, but I thought it was kind of OK to cherry-pick good bits of the modern world, especially for his children's sake (I'm soft, I know). Also, there are gay Muslims, in the UK for example. I don't know how they justify themselves, but while they live by the Quran, they remain gay. That's cheating, too!

Two religions can coexist. Syncretic culture is possible. [youtube.com]

DrN1 comments on Apr 19, 2019:

India is a most incredible and inspiring place, there is nowhere else on this Earth quite like it, you will find all of humanity and civilization there, good and bad.

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

Sounds like you've been there before? I have. And I totally agree with you.

Two religions can coexist. Syncretic culture is possible. [youtube.com]

R_D_Russell comments on Apr 19, 2019:

You can respect everyone by virtue of their humanity. That doesn't mean you have to equivocate all ideas and or beliefs. There is a big difference between being a Amish fundamentalist and being Sharia Fundamentalist, or being a Witch Doctor in the Congo- who steal infants from unsuspecting mothers...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

Hello. I'm not sure if we could argue by comparing two types of extremism and referring to an extreme example without any context. Still, thank your for your input.

Avi Yemini DEPORTED, Came To Appear on Dave Rubin And Crowder

RobBlair comments on Apr 12, 2019:

I'll give it a week for a possible defense. Then we'll start the interrogation of our officials. This is not the UK. Political hits are not OK in the states.

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

Tut-tut.

Protect Professor Camille Paglia From Political Persecution. Please sign. [chng.it]

Clammypollack comments on Apr 18, 2019:

I support her but this is an example of the inevitable phenomenon of the left eating the left.

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

Hello. You're absolutely right. Hence reactionaries posing as progressive. Sheer stupidity.

This is how delusional climate change activists are. Julia reveals it all. [youtube.com]

tigercake comments on Apr 18, 2019:

Wow. Wonderful interview. Is she always like that?

Naomi replies on Apr 18, 2019:

Yes.

This is how delusional climate change activists are. Julia reveals it all. [youtube.com]

Penrodster comments on Apr 18, 2019:

Over rude but considering how the guest was avoiding questions not sure how to go forward any other way.

Naomi replies on Apr 18, 2019:

Julia Hartley-Brewer is known for not mincing her words. But, yes, I agree, she comes on too strong sometimes. I don't always agree with what she says, but on this occasion, she is right. Even if I support climate-change activists (which I don't), I can't possibly approve of the way they have been behaving lately, i.e., vandalising public/private properties, disrupting transport systems, etc. In my opinion, there's nothing democratic about their behaviour.

Happy Easter from England! I grew up in a secular environment, still, I hope you don't mind my ...

cRaZyTMG comments on Apr 18, 2019:

You can appreciate any culture you like as long as long as it's not white christian. Wait what? So, Are you doing the whole chocolate bunny - hide the egg thing? or are you experiencing the religious rise from the dead - save all humanity thing? Bet there is boiled ham in your future...

Naomi replies on Apr 18, 2019:

I'm doing all of those things you mention! I'm buying six huge chocolate Easter eggs!

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

ShawnSuarez comments on Apr 15, 2019:

Ive met 2 in real life.. I had a few convos but they never went far.

Naomi replies on Apr 18, 2019:

Yes, I believe that what I don't know is often found in different/opposite views from mine. That's how I can learn more. In SJWs' case, what they "believe" is everything. When their arguments are groundless, you can't go much far and end up in being shouted at instead. LOL

Food for thought - a story that landed on me recently: Yesterday after shopping in our local ...

acadian comments on Apr 17, 2019:

Yeah, in the pre-green days of the 1950s-1970s my family didn't have a TV, radio, phone, fridge, electric stove, washer, dryer, toaster, central heating, bathroom, etc. Our carbon footprint was very small for 11 people but I wouldn't want to go back to those days! But to illustrate how stupid we...

Naomi replies on Apr 18, 2019:

I've had a similar experience - a huge box. a tiny item and loads of packing material. I think manufacturers and distributors have to make as much, if not more, effort, as we do as individuals.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

BrunosDad comments on Apr 17, 2019:

I have two Muslim employees. They have been very open to discussing religion and we are able to do so without ever getting judgmental either way. It always works as a fact finding mission, English is not their strong suit. It does however get somewhat complicated because the owners of our ...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

That very aspect of Islam truly exists. It was some time ago, there was a good Muslim in England. He ran a small shop and was very popular among the locals. One day, he posted a photo on FB of himself smiling with a local "white" customer. A few days later, another Muslim (extremist) travelled miles and miles to get to him and he was killed. I believe that moderate/peaceful Muslims are really afraid of and suffer from this brutal part of the teaching of Islam.

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Naomi comments on Apr 16, 2019:

How do you guys keep your sanity and norms?

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

"Not for 20 years" - Wow, that's an achievement! What we don't know is often found in opposite opinions. I think it's good to stay open-minded.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

BrunosDad comments on Apr 17, 2019:

I have two Muslim employees. They have been very open to discussing religion and we are able to do so without ever getting judgmental either way. It always works as a fact finding mission, English is not their strong suit. It does however get somewhat complicated because the owners of our ...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

You're fortunate to have such personal experience! I also think that it is a learnt skill to interact with others while acknowledging each other's differences. We should all learn such a skill so that we can integrate better. (I know it's easy said than done, but still...)

Somebody ought to do something... but not me!

Tarkus60 comments on Apr 17, 2019:

It's all to easy for people to sit and complain and play victim, with out ever getting off they're backsides to do anything to change whatever it is they complain about, especially they're own lives. I've put some years into the political arena, wanting to improve my town/city/state/country, ...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

I hear you. It doesn't even have to be a huge, remarkable thing - like people getting together to pick up litter on their streets, that sort of things make a good start. While we insist so much on individual liberty and choice nowadays, maybe we've forgotten the importance of togetherness, sharing, that kind of things...

Food for thought - a story that landed on me recently: Yesterday after shopping in our local ...

Phrankhs comments on Apr 17, 2019:

And they wonder why we give them "The Look" when they are sprewing forth their superior... Ignorance

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

Yes, "THE LOOK"!

Agree with: This is what stupid looks like!

iThink comments on Apr 16, 2019:

someone should hold her down and cut off her labia then stuff her ugly head into a hijab and then stone her within an inch of her life...THEN could claim to be Muslima.

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

I know what FGM is and I get your point. It's just the wording you chose to use to make your point... It's unfortunate. I don't know anything about you, but I can't imagine you would talk the same way to anyone on the street.

Food for thought - a story that landed on me recently: Yesterday after shopping in our local ...

chuckpo comments on Apr 17, 2019:

Good points. I'm older and hadn't really thought about it that way.

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

Hi. Glad you enjoyed reading it.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

CodeNameZebra comments on Apr 16, 2019:

I have met an interesting group of Muslims. It's honestly hard to pinpoint what the general take away from them is. Some I have met are pretty culturally similar to the modern Christian. I've have met some who are borderline aggressive , and some that are friendly and polite. Generally the...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

In Britain, there are many British-born Muslims. Many of them just happened to be born into Muslim families and never bother reading the Koran. lol They're called cultural Muslims. Many others are moderate/peaceful Muslims and I believe that they're the ones who are constantly in a dilemma because while they live by the Koran, they also much appreciate the British way of life, i.e., they want to integrate but they feel limitation. I think the modernisation of Islam will be good for them.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

sweepercda comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Any one here who says by talking to a Muslim you can tell if they are good or bad have not been listening to what they are telling everyone. If you are helping or even funding or harboring a extremist or buying from companies who are funding them then you are no better than the extremist who are ...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

How have you reached that conclusion, I wonder...? Have you had some bad personal experience with Muslims? I'm just curious.

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Username69 comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Yep. I have started to be more overt about my politics at work and people shut their mouths pretty quick when they realize that’s not everyone is a msnbc drone.

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

Keep up with the good work! All the best.

Agree with: This is what stupid looks like!

iThink comments on Apr 16, 2019:

someone should hold her down and cut off her labia then stuff her ugly head into a hijab and then stone her within an inch of her life...THEN could claim to be Muslima.

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

"Cut off her labia"... crude...

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Username69 comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Yep. I have started to be more overt about my politics at work and people shut their mouths pretty quick when they realize that’s not everyone is a msnbc drone.

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

Hi. That's not a bad idea, provided that you stay civil and peaceful. If you have a valid opinion, say it, and never apologise for it, right?

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Naomi comments on Apr 16, 2019:

How do you guys keep your sanity and norms?

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

Retro TV shows - a good antidote.

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Naomi comments on Apr 16, 2019:

How do you guys keep your sanity and norms?

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

I wish I could deprogramme them...

On a scale of 1 to 5, how disappointed will you be if it turns out that the Notre Dame fire wasn't ...

Naomi comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Hi. To be honest, I don't feel very comfortable with the question. I think it buys into the narrative of MSM. Sorry...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

I think the word "disappoint" is troubling me; it means "fail to fulfil the hopes or expectations of". To me, it is wrong to assume that any one will be "disappointed" if the disaster wasn't caused by terrorists.

On a scale of 1 to 5, how disappointed will you be if it turns out that the Notre Dame fire wasn't ...

Naomi comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Hi. To be honest, I don't feel very comfortable with the question. I think it buys into the narrative of MSM. Sorry...