| somerfrost |
12-11-2006 12:54 PM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by Downthestretch55
Somerfrost,
That's an interesting take...and I agree with most of it.
Seems that many believe deeply in their own "god (s)". More than willing to sacrifice others on the altars of their own creation.
Perhaps I simplify too much.
Yet, therein the "problem", the justification, the excuses, self-righteousness, the "offense", everything we all wish others to allow to us that we seek to deny for them.
"Who cares"?
I do.
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When I say "who cares", I'm referring to a person's right to self-expression. I have no problem with folks who feel the Confederate flag represents rebellion and individualism, I think it is a rather benign symbol at this point in history! Obviously at this time of the year, I am confronted by a multitude of religious symbols that represent beliefs different from my own...but again, why should I care? I'm comfortable with my beliefs and I'm willing to accept open display of other's beliefs...I guess since I believe that all religions worship the same god, it is less offensive to me than were I an atheist or a fundamentalist Christian or a Islamic purist. Now when the families of soldiers are denied the right to display a pentagram on their headstones...that's a different matter! |
