How many would be in favor of "racial profiling" based on threats? - Page 6

rebound · #51 08-15-2006, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by WagnerX5

Well I just wouldn't say all terrorist groups are Muslim throughout history. However, recently, is certainly seems bias in that direction.

That's what I meant by that. Since 9/11 (and starting before that - I'm sure lots of folks remember the Beruit bombing - Hezbolla ring a bell?) that's been the almost iron-clad rule. The exceptions are so few and far between that they only reinforce the rule.

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rebound · #52 08-15-2006, 01:25 PM

When my I was coming back from living in Japan, we routed through Hawaii for a few days of well-earned R&R. We had two families that were friends of ours that were doing the same, just on different flights/days. When we got there, we were all staying in the same hotel (the Hale Koa for those that have heard of it). We called the one family to say "we're here - let's party!" That's when we got their story.

Long story short, they were stopped at every leg of their flight (including all those after they left Hawaii) because of their 8-year-old son. His name was on the "do not fly" list. His appearance? Blonde, blue eyed kid that looks like the son of the Swedish bikini team. His name (and I'll only post it because it's so common)? Andrew Smith.

Was this an example of stereotyping gone wrong? Nope. I, and his parents, would rather go through that than have some terrorist pick a common name (i.e. Smith) and gain access to whatever he wanted.

Was it a pain? Sure. No doubt about it. Until we kill all terrorists, we all may very well have to go through a little more hassle at the airport. I say those that fit a profile (appearance/name/behavior/whatever) should "feel the love."

Eric5273 · #53 08-15-2006, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by rebound

Not all Muslims are terrorists. But (so far) all terrorists have been Muslims.

There have been plenty of Latin American terrorists, many of which the United States has given support to and many of which are currently living in the United States and have been given safe haven here from prosecution for their crimes by the international community.

rebound · #54 08-15-2006, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Eric5273

There have been plenty of Latin American terrorists, many of which the United States has given support to and many of which are currently living in the United States and have been given safe haven here from prosecution for their crimes by the international community.

See post #51.

Eric5273 · #55 08-15-2006, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by rebound

See post #51.

Here's an interesting article:

Bush's Hypocrisy: Cuban Terrorists

key paragraph in that article:

The evidence points to one conclusion: the Bushes regard terrorism – defined as killing civilians for a political reason – as justified in cases when their interests match those of the terrorists. Moral clarity against terrorism only applies when the Bush side disagrees with the terrorists.

Why does the Bush Administration refuse to extradite terrorists like Luis Posada and Orlando Bosch to the countries where they are wanted when it is known (through their own admission) that they are responsible for blowing up airliners and bombing hotels causing the deaths of hundreds of civilians??

Until that question is adequately answered, the "war on terror" is nothing more than a political ploy with no moral clarity.

blondboinsd · #56 08-15-2006, 02:00 PM

I'll take Bush is the worst president for all time and a complete puppet for 500 alex

BMW X5 · #57 08-15-2006, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Eric5273

Here's an interesting article:

Bush's Hypocrisy: Cuban Terrorists

key paragraph in that article:

The evidence points to one conclusion: the Bushes regard terrorism – defined as killing civilians for a political reason – as justified in cases when their interests match those of the terrorists. Moral clarity against terrorism only applies when the Bush side disagrees with the terrorists.

Why does the Bush Administration refuse to extradite terrorists like Luis Posada and Orlando Bosch to the countries where they are wanted when it is known (through their own admission) that they are responsible for blowing up airliners and bombing hotels causing the deaths of hundreds of civilians??

Until that question is adequately answered, the "war on terror" is nothing more than a political ploy with no moral clarity.

because they do it locally on their own soil they dont take it internationally, these assholes took it to a new level, SPAIN, LONDON, EGYPT, INDIA, US, their governments DONT support them whereas these aladins on their magic carpets get financial support and safe heaven from their countries. Next argument?

BMW X5 · #58 08-15-2006, 02:19 PM

and back to my point of Canada not having more immigrants or a similar immigration situation as the States heres some educational info of course
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/03/07/ny...erland&emc=rss

Aimster · #59 08-15-2006, 02:32 PM

What racial profiling? Against Muslims?

Arabs are 12% of the Muslim population.

What about the other 88%?
Majority of Muslims are Asian and Black.
There are even millions of white Muslims.

But to answer your question, if Arabs are going around doing crap I say profile Arab looking people at the airport.
I look like an Arab .. so whoopie for me!

BMW X5 · #60 08-15-2006, 02:41 PM

my old boss is middle eastern Persian or Israeli Jew and he was stuck at airport many times. no one knows the religion and no one cares, but though looks can be deceiving it must be done. if you have nothing to hide then oh well. if my grandfather at 84 barely walking as pale as a ghost gets to take his shoes off and takes his belt off and gets searched then guess what everyone should neither you nor i should be an exception unless you dont care about living

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