News Gainesville Reverend Plans To Burn Qu'ran

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The discussion centers around the controversial proposal by Pastor Terry Jones to burn copies of the Quran, which many participants view as a harmful and inflammatory act that could incite violence against American troops and further damage relations with the Muslim community. Concerns are raised about the potential for increased aggression from Islamic extremists and the negative perception of the U.S. as an Islamophobic nation. Participants express disbelief at Jones's motives, suggesting that his actions are driven by a desire for publicity rather than genuine religious conviction. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of religious extremism, drawing parallels between the actions of Jones and radical elements within Islam, while emphasizing that such actions do not represent the beliefs of the majority of Christians or Muslims. The discussion highlights the complexities of religious conflict, the role of media in amplifying controversy, and the need for understanding rather than provocation in interfaith relations.
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lisab said:
apeiron, I'm curious, how much have you traveled in the US?

I think I can see what you're driving at, so let me regale you with a recent experience. I'm male, and not black... I travel a lot in the south/southwest. A bit less than a year ago in Georgia, in a room full of other white guys, I was treated to this "joke". I was one of only 3 people out of over 20 who didn't laugh.

"What's the difference between a n***** and a jackrabbit? Give up? A n***** can jump higher and the rabbits smarter!" Laughter proceeds. This is definitely an improvement from 23 years ago, when I was traveling in Mississippi, rural, and stopped for directions at a gas station. The manager/owner/white-hick, without pause turned and said, "Hey n*****, can yah help this boy on his way?". A black mechanic came out, and did, never batting an eye, while I tried not to flinch or floor the gas from shock.

I've never seen anyone lynched or road-hauled, but for everyday occurrences, I'd say apeiron's general point stands. There are places you DO NOT GO, if you're black in the south (and no, I don't mean country clubs), just like I wouldn't wear hat with the confederate flag on it in the heart of Harlem at night.
 
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Wow, I had to go to the doctor and there are three pages of new posts?

Closed while I catch up.
 

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