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Originally Posted by hellomynameis
So, let me get this straight. Based on what most of you have said here it sounds like you guys would have been in favor of the Japanese internment camps during World War 2. Do you also favor McCarthyism?
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No need for camps during war. This is how I look at it. Everybody has their view of life, religion, war, etc. But if there is a clear sign of conflict of interest, then some considerations should be made. The FBI admits they knew he was contacting members of al Qaeda, yet because of political correctness, innocent people who were serving this country (you and me) were killed. This is where the "less of two evils" comes into play. I would rather this one individual be inconveniently bothered with questions about his beliefs while in our military, than have 13 people die and 30+ get injured. Common sense goes a long way, too bad it doesn't get practiced that much anymore.
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Originally Posted by hellomynameis
And, 1ViciousGSX, when you say "If anybody wants to turn this country into something that models what another country is or does..." who or what are you referring to? Correct me if I am wrong but I'm pretty sure this country was founded under the principles of equality for all men and freedom from political and religious persecution.
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I'm referring to people who think they know what's best for the rest of us, based solely on their financial status and political or religious beliefs. We are "The Last Place of True Freedom" in the modern world. People come here from other countries because of our Constitution. "Because America is Great". But it seems once they get here it turns into "Hey America is cool, but it should be more like my old country". If you are here, you are on American soil, so act like it. I think it's a disgrace to come here and protest our flag while waving your own. It's cool if you are from another country and want to represent your homeland, BUT the American flag should fly above any other country flag on your flag pole.
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Originally Posted by hellomynameis
Reminds me of simple quote: Those who forget the past are condemmed to repeat it.
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Funny you should say that, this country was founded by a group of men who had enough of high taxation and the iron clad rule of a king (insert government here) where their freedoms were taken away. Open your eyes and you will see.
Example, Obamas-Pelosi Care has a provision to force you to buy health insurance or pay a fine or go to jail. Their argument is that it's not fair for everybody else to pay for your coverage. But isn't that what is happening? Quote "We are insuring the uninsured". If I choose not to have health care insurance, how does that cost you more? If I'm sick and go to the hospital, the insurance company is not loosing money because they are not paying for my treatment, I am. Read the bill and show me one section that truly improves your health care. It's all about power, money and bureaucracy. Did you know there is a provision that stops you from personally paying for a treatment that is not covered by Obama-Pelosi Care? No, I'm not making it up.