Society & Culture - 4 August 2006

Back in January of this year, Morgan Freeman stated that he thinks that we shouldn't place so much emphasis on Black History month, because it causes people to continue to harbor negative feelings about slavery, etc. At least, I think that was what he said- by all means, correct me if this is inaccurate.

Well, what do you think about this idea? Do you think Morgan Freeman has a point? I agree with him. I think that we have to let go of the past, or we will continue to have a victim mentality about things. Lots of societies in history have been slave societies- and, mind you, I know what you are thinking- I am not saying that just because slavery has existed a long time that it is okay! But the truth is that Irish people were enslaved by the British, and the ancient Greeks had slaves, and the Egyptians enslaved the Hebrew people, et cetera. Still, we have to leave the past behind- don't you think?

Please explain your point of view, where you agree or no. Thank you.

2006-08-04 09:08:30 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

when i read some of your ideas, i sense intolerence, hostility,and hatred.is that what your religion has taught you?i understand that maybe you're tryin to make a point like everyone else, but do you think that such hostility is going to make people want to see your point of view?....kinda counter productive wouldn't ya say?RELIGION IS FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE AFRAID TO GO TO HELL....SPIRITUALITY IS FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE BEEN THERE....by the way, i do have a higher power, and its not jesus...and im glad because my beliefs do not involve hatred intolerance and fear.hipocrits!

2006-08-04 09:07:09 · 7 answers · asked by stephaniech24 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Okay. I come from a multicultural background, and I hate the Chinese part of it. Why? Because my stupid Chinese relatives think the only way to achieve happiness and success in life is to go to damn university. What If I don't want to go? Why are they so narrow-minded?

2006-08-04 09:07:06 · 39 answers · asked by Moon O 1 in Other - Cultures & Groups

2006-08-04 09:06:00 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

School Prayer Matthew 6:5-6 is a clear example. Jesus says don't make a big deal out of prayer just do it in private.

Kids are already praying before tests

And Gay Marriage Amendment - wedge issue, its already ILLEGAL in 48 states, so why bring this up if not to divide the voters.

2006-08-04 09:05:20 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

because doing it makes you one step closer to death

2006-08-04 09:05:08 · 38 answers · asked by ÆĹĹĘθ 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Why do people when asking questions refer to "they"? "They" said this or "they" said that or why do "they", but never say who "they" is? I mean, who the hell is "they"? Does anybody know?

(I know, this is not a serious question. I understand what people mean when they say "they" cuz I say it too, I just want to see what kind of answers I get. So, have some fun...IT'S FRIDAY!!)

2006-08-04 09:05:03 · 42 answers · asked by Coco 5 in Other - Society & Culture

It's my sick twisted question for this fabulous Friday!

2006-08-04 09:04:44 · 9 answers · asked by Karrien Sim Peters 5 in Etiquette

we have two kids

2006-08-04 09:03:18 · 15 answers · asked by angel 1 in Other - Society & Culture

Why do people in Pittsburgh drive SO SLOW through the tunnels? I've never seen this phenomenon in any other city.

2006-08-04 09:03:05 · 8 answers · asked by Jellybino 2 in Other - Society & Culture

2006-08-04 09:02:52 · 19 answers · asked by Darla M 1 in Mythology & Folklore

2006-08-04 09:02:20 · 28 answers · asked by Sandra G 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-08-04 09:01:47 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Like if someone says
"God, I'm so fat"
when its clear to anyone who has eyes that he/she (most likely she) is thin, do I really have to go "You are not fat!" every single time

2006-08-04 09:00:35 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

i've tried tide, but i still see some stains

2006-08-04 09:00:30 · 10 answers · asked by bakbiter 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Do you believe in Ghosts?..have you ever seen one?

2006-08-04 09:00:19 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2006-08-04 08:59:57 · 41 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

okay... so it is
at my place: chez moi
at your place: chez toi
.. what about the rest? at his/ her place, at our place.. help please

2006-08-04 08:59:46 · 16 answers · asked by lady xanax 3 in Languages

How would u describe me?

2006-08-04 08:59:28 · 8 answers · asked by Lady T 3 in Religion & Spirituality

A man likes women and wants to marry one oneday. But he has this fetish and he doesnt know how to get rid of it. He doesnt like men's butts or penises, but he likes their feet. All he likes to do is look ant then and smell their socks and shoes. He also likes to be bound and tortured but would not likely have this done. He thinks two men kissing is gross and would never do it and also thinks that gay sex is gross and would never do it. Would it be wrong of him to like feet? even if he gets married loves his wife and has children? if it is wrong, wat can he do for help.

2006-08-04 08:59:09 · 12 answers · asked by nehemiah3131 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-08-04 08:59:08 · 3 answers · asked by smilelaugh 2 in Languages

I want to know just how much you really know about my way of life. And please note, any answers that begin or end with I'm evil or I'm going to hell or need to be saved will be reported, just like you reported me.

2006-08-04 08:58:58 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2006-08-04 08:57:58 · 22 answers · asked by L 1 in Religion & Spirituality

Their torture is the will of the Lord. It is not wrong to want to want to witness his good work.

(obviously, the Lord would have to provide some kind of insulated heaven bubble to protect you from the fire and brimstone).

2006-08-04 08:57:25 · 2 answers · asked by the last ninja 6 in Religion & Spirituality

Ok.
People that dont beleive in Jesus, should they celebrate X-Mas?
-Valatines Day too and many other holidays that come from christianity

2006-08-04 08:57:22 · 15 answers · asked by Ry M 1 in Religion & Spirituality

I feel the U.S. is too diverse to allow group prayer in public school, it would be impossible to include ALL faiths and views and no single religion or way should be allowed to dominate. That is no different then whites forcing everything to be OUR way, and people understandably did and do NOT take kindly to that.

Please explain something to me...

In my opinion any student has the freedom and right to pray to themselves whenever they feel it is needed...did it stop working?

Those rights have not be taken away.

2006-08-04 08:55:54 · 34 answers · asked by Indigo 7 in Religion & Spirituality

i was just wondering, because even though christianity says that you shouldn't murder and stuff there were the crusades and the spanish inquisition. Was there ever a religion like that?

2006-08-04 08:55:48 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Well, then i can understand why some of you are so hell bent on collecting points.

Why not just get a job, and buy one on your own?

2006-08-04 08:55:05 · 21 answers · asked by somber_pieces 6 in Etiquette

2006-08-04 08:54:49 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

While enjoying coffee break in college canteen, we friends were discussing current international political topic with some heated arguments and counter-arguments. Suddenly I used a harsh sentence in rather rash way to the girl who was debating against my point. She immediately excused herself from table and left the canteen with her friend. At that moment I thought I was right….but that very night I realized I committed misdemeanor and tried to cell her to apologize….it was off. Now I wish to send her email…..So suggest me a perfect sentence by which she would feel nothing bad about me.

2006-08-04 08:54:47 · 12 answers · asked by indraraj22 4 in Etiquette