I can agree that they are taken out of context. Just the same as the comment made by Imus about the girls basketball team was taken out of context. The same as the Golf commentator was taken out of context about "lynching" Tiger Woods.
Todd, our beliefs dont seem to be too different. The only thing really different is that I dont have a problem with at least listening to the other side. I have yet to agree with any of them, but I still listen. 45? Damn, you're an old bastard:lol:
I agree that a healthy discussion has the capability of enlightening both sides. I dont think that is going on here though. People are taking comments too seriously and making personal attacks. Thats not really what I would call a healthy discussion. I know JRMiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii very well and although it doesn't show, I know that he does take points from all sides. I think T43 is close minded and wont consider an alternate opinion. I think he thinks his opinion on this subject is the only one that makes sense. I dont know him other than just from reading his posts but that's the impression I get.
I fear nothing. You are trying to spread fear with this thread. The same fear that you have. You fear that your kids will be brainwashed by one speech. If you weren't, then you wouldn't have a problem with your kids watching the speech. I have enough influence over my kids that it really doesn't matter what anyone tries to tell them. I personally cant stand Obobo, but I will listen to what he says and form my own opinion. I wont let threads like this prevent me from seeing the opinions of the "other" side.