01 Jan 12
I dislike the way America is becoming so polarized politically. I believe that it is
only going to become worse, I also think that that the polarization will also
drag religion into it which I think Is going to make things even more dangerous
as people start thinking more in terms of us against them verse one nation.
I think entertainment will start tearing down walls of what is acceptable
behavior where even normal broadcasting will start showing what was once
considered taboo even more than it is has already.
I think we are on the verge of wars and rumors of wars, as the world gets more
dangerous.
No, this isn't a vision just an observation on my part nothing more than an
opinion.
Kelly
01 Jan 12
Originally posted by KellyJayKeep an eye on our debt and currency. Short of God's deliverance we may well collapse from within.
I dislike the way America is becoming so polarized politically. I believe that it is
only going to become worse, I also think that that the polarization will also
drag religion into it which I think Is going to make things even more dangerous
as people start thinking more in terms of us against them verse one nation.
I think entertainment will start t ...[text shortened]...
No, this isn't a vision just an observation on my part nothing more than an
opinion.
Kelly
01 Jan 12
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Originally posted by KellyJayWars and rumours of wars ? ... between which nations.
I dislike the way America is becoming so polarized politically. I believe that it is
only going to become worse, I also think that that the polarization will also
drag religion into it which I think Is going to make things even more dangerous
as people start thinking more in terms of us against them verse one nation.
I think entertainment will start t ...[text shortened]...
No, this isn't a vision just an observation on my part nothing more than an
opinion.
Kelly
How exactly is the world getting more dangerous?
I think the most dangerous period in recent history was around 1915 to 1945. Since then the world has experienced relative peace with just a few minor skirmishes of no real significance. Since then also the world saw the death of the cold war and for all practical purposed the end of communism, the end of apartheid, the opening up of the global economies leading to trade between east and west on a grand scale. The rich countries are plateauing and many of the poor are starting to prosper.
01 Jan 12
Originally posted by Rajk999...or within USA, between groups.
Wars and rumours of wars ? ... between which nations.
When within a country, the opinions are polarized to the extent that only a part of the spectrum of opinion is tolerated, then the democracy is in danger. Doring those years it was not permitted to be a communist, then the freedom of thoughts and democracy was really in jeopardy. When will be the next time with the same reduction of thoughts come? Soon, I fear. And this will also be the time when war is emminent. Within USA.
01 Jan 12
Originally posted by FabianFnasCivil war in the US? No big deal for the rest of us.
...or within USA, between groups.
When within a country, the opinions are polarized to the extent that only a part of the spectrum of opinion is tolerated, then the democracy is in danger. Doring those years it was not permitted to be a communist, then the freedom of thoughts and democracy was really in jeopardy. When will be the next time with the sam ...[text shortened]... of thoughts come? Soon, I fear. And this will also be the time when war is emminent. Within USA.
01 Jan 12
Originally posted by Grampy BobbyEspecially, if we do not elect a good president and congress with the
Keep an eye on our debt and currency. Short of God's deliverance we may well collapse from within.
right policies to allow the people to recover. Our political leaders
must stop acting like drunk sailors on shore leave and stop all this
irrational spending.
01 Jan 12
Originally posted by Rajk999Not only civil war, but also war between groups. Religious, political, or other groups who think that they are right and everyone else should turn to their views. This can spread. Also to yours and my countries.
Civil war in the US? No big deal for the rest of us.
01 Jan 12
Originally posted by KellyJayAnd I think that people in general suffer from a bias towards thinking that now is special. The way to counter such a bias is statistics, or a realistic look at history, or just ask you parents. Most people who lived through world war II would strongly disagree with some of your observations.
No, this isn't a vision just an observation on my part nothing more than an
opinion.
Kelly
I do think that America is polarized politically, far more than where I come from. I have never really identified myself as 'left' or 'right' and do not really align myself with any political party. I usually support the opposition, whoever they are, because those in power are a bunch of crooks.
However, I think any conflict and division in America really has more to to with the economy going down and the typical response of blaming everyone but yourself. This is normal. This is what got Hitler into power. So yes, it is dangerous. But not yet rumours of wars. I think the US will think twice before starting any more wars.
01 Jan 12
Originally posted by KellyJayI agree with your assessment. Good insight. I was just talking to a man from Nigeria. He's here because of employment opportunity.
I dislike the way America is becoming so polarized politically. I believe that it is
only going to become worse, I also think that that the polarization will also
drag religion into it which I think Is going to make things even more dangerous
as people start thinking more in terms of us against them verse one nation.
I think entertainment will start t ...[text shortened]...
No, this isn't a vision just an observation on my part nothing more than an
opinion.
Kelly
When America goes down, if it does, so will the world.
But they will make war first. World war. It's due.
01 Jan 12
Originally posted by josephwAnd you have 'hopeful' as your signature?
I agree with your assessment. Good insight. I was just talking to a man from Nigeria. He's here because of employment opportunity.
When America goes down, if it does, so will the world.
But they will make war first. World war. It's due.
01 Jan 12
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Originally posted by josephwBut it isn't insight. It is wishful thinking. I bet you can't support such claims with anything substantive.
I agree with your assessment. Good insight.
And yes, many of us third world citizens would love to work in America, you are still over-paid, spoilt brats despite all your complaining.
01 Jan 12
Originally posted by twhitehead"...you are still over-paid, spoilt brats despite all your complaining."
But it isn't insight. It is wishful thinking. I bet you can't support such claims with anything substantive.
And yes, many of us third world citizens would love to work in America, you are still over-paid, spoilt brats despite all your complaining.
The things you believe!
We have what we have because we work are asses off to get it. I busted my balls to get to where I am and so have most others here.
Quit you're whining. Come on over, there's plenty of room.
01 Jan 12
Originally posted by josephwbut then why agree with the doom and gloom "prediction" of the op?
[b]"...you are still over-paid, spoilt brats despite all your complaining."
The things you believe!
We have what we have because we work are asses off to get it. I busted my balls to get to where I am and so have most others here.
Quit you're whining. Come on over, there's plenty of room.[/b]
01 Jan 12
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Originally posted by josephwEconomic and political power is shifting away from the West.
[b]"...you are still over-paid, spoilt brats despite all your complaining."
The things you believe!
We have what we have because we work are asses off to get it. I busted my balls to get to where I am and so have most others here.
Quit you're whining. Come on over, there's plenty of room.[/b]
Its natural for those in the West to think thats the end of the world.
But I have news for you. Open your eyes and you will see the kind of amazing development and prosperity that the near and far East is undergoing.
The problems in the west is a storm in a teacup .. its neither here nor there.