03 Dec 07
Originally posted by MerkI think that the Palestinians should hold a press conference and recognize the right of "Belgium" to exist ... just before it disappears.
Good observation on Europe. That's why we Americans tend to include many European nations and just say the word Europe instead of singling out nations individually.
On Belguim, now we're getting into the economic ramifications of having distinctly seperate cultures. I would contend that economic disparity is generally, not always, a side effect of cultural differences.
They can then declare the corresponding Israeli demand moot since recognizing the right of a state to exist is obviously meaningless and ephemeral.
Having established that the statement means nothing, they can then recognize Israel's right to exist. So some good will come out of the break-up.
A good plan?
03 Dec 07
Originally posted by spruce112358Nice, very nice. Taking a discussion about Belguim and turning it into the Israeli/Palestinian conflict.
I think that the Palestinians should hold a press conference and recognize the right of "Belgium" to exist ... just before it disappears.
They can then declare the corresponding Israeli demand moot since recognizing the right of a state to exist is obviously meaningless and ephemeral.
Having established that the statement means nothing, they can t ...[text shortened]... ecognize Israel's right to exist. So some good will come out of the break-up.
A good plan?
03 Dec 07
Originally posted by MerkMake up your mind. Does language determine culture or not?
Good observation on Europe. That's why we Americans tend to include many European nations and just say the word Europe instead of singling out nations individually.
On Belguim, now we're getting into the economic ramifications of having distinctly seperate cultures. I would contend that economic disparity is generally, not always, a side effect of cultural differences.
03 Dec 07
Originally posted by AThousandYoungIt's not difficult to figure out! Having a common language sure as hell helps diverse cultures communicate with each other!
Make up your mind. Does language determine culture or not?
When I need help on figuring out what is the right ice to water ratio for my bong, I'll let you know. Until then, stick to filling your students heads with faulty thought. It wont work with me! Leave me alone!
03 Dec 07
Originally posted by MerkWhat kind of jackass creates a public debate thread and then asks people to leave because they disagree about things like how many cultures the USA has? I'll enter any discussion I feel like. Why do you pretend like I am going to pay attention to your orders?
Please, stay out of discussions that you clearly don't understand and have no intent to follow.
03 Dec 07
Originally posted by AThousandYoungI've already made it clear that you have no idea what you're talking about. As far as this thread goes, your posts amount to nothing more than a complete waste of bandwidth.
What kind of jackass creates a public debate thread and then asks people to leave because they disagree about things like how many cultures the USA has? I'll enter any discussion I feel like. Why do you pretend like I am going to pay attention to your orders?
If you had bothered reading the thread, you would have noticed that I have no problem debating the subject as long as it's someone who can think for themselves.
You're wasting bandwidth!
03 Dec 07
Originally posted by MerkPeople have no sense of humor anymore...
Nice, very nice. Taking a discussion about Belguim and turning it into the Israeli/Palestinian conflict.
OK, back to the topic at hand...Belgium!
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I can't think of anything to say about Belgium.
I once had lunch with a Czech and a Slovak and asked them, 'Now, what exactly is the difference between you?' They looked at each other, then at me, as if to say, 'Isn't it obvious?' (No, it isn't)
But I learned a lot of interesting differences like Slovaks are Catholic and Czechs Protestant.
Now there I go, not talking about Belgium again. Dammit, dammit, dammit! Why can't I stay on topic?
Belgium! Belgium.
What a funny name...Belgium. Sounds like a kind of rock. And Walloons! Is there a funnier name than that? Them and the Kurds probably win the most-hilarious-ethnic-name contest.
Sorry, am I off topic again? I better quit...