We are one step away from being a mob at this point .
2006-10-12 04:36:50 · 12 answers · asked by playtoofast 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
A step away from being a mob? We're stepping right on the heels of Saddam, and Hitler, thanks to Bush
2006-10-12 04:38:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 5⤋
Please understand that it CAN be rationalized: Consider
stepping into war with the Nazis.
Ultimately, it depends on an objective opinion, which is very
very difficult to come by: If I start fighting, will more or less people
ultimately die as a result? That is, if I make my best effort in
some other avenue, will I be able to save as many lives as if
I go to war?
By the time we entered World War II, I think the answer was
"no". That is, we had to fight to stop a regime that would have
caused more bloodshed.
However, that doesn't mean that if we had taken other moves
well before the outbreak, we couldn't have prevented it without
bloodshed. Had we handled the end of World War I better,
we might well have prevented World War II, etc.
You could, I suppose, believe people saying that the current
war in Iraq will ultimately save lives. I believe that statement
is entirely naive about the power of democracy to change
mindsets instantly ... but ultimately the only way we can
KNOW is with 20/20 hindsight or some sort of objective opinion.
Its also important to know that most wars have been fought
by regimes that did not take account of the bodies on the other
side to determine whether or not to go to war.
Did the English really care how many colonists died? Did the
Colonists really care how many English soldiers were killed?
When Truman dropped the bombs on Japan, were the
number of Japanese lives lost even counted against the number
of American lives that were presumably saved by not having
to invade the Japanese mainland? I don't think so. We only
make that count AFTER the fact - especially now that we are
such pals with Japan.
Without the ability to count the lives on the same tally posts,
you really can't be objective.
Similarly, when trying to be objective about this, you need to
try to remove your assessment of somebody's personality.
The United States has certainly leashed more weapons of
mass destruction on the world than Iraq, but we can
rationalize that Iraq is more likely to do so in the future because
of the nature of its leaders. However, our assessment of its
leaders is based on an extremely western mind-set...
By our most recent figures for the war (disputed by the
Whitehouse), more people have died as a direct or indirect
result of the Iraqi invasion than were killed by Hussein's
government.
I guess it comes down to this: You need an objective opinion
with a good knowledge of history.
Apparently those are in short supply in DC.
2006-10-12 04:39:21 · answer #2 · answered by Elana 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
When the cost of integrity is greater than the returns (ie you suffer a loss by taking the higher road), you do what is right for you and yours to protect yourself.
I don't know which scenario you are referring to, but personally - I believe the individual who is part of a mob, is safer than one who is not. Consequently, you should consider where you wish to stand relative to that mob, should one actually be imminent (per your statement).
If you believe it is better to be dead than to compromise your principles, you will most likely join a long, distinguished list of people whose influence has passed from this earth as per their principles.
Live and change.
2006-10-12 04:42:59 · answer #3 · answered by greeneyedprincess 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who is this we and where are they forming this mob. Just so you know, any mob gets within a mile of my house, I hope they bring a large supply of body bags.
2006-10-12 04:43:51 · answer #4 · answered by Meow the cat 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why dont you name of the group of people you are refering to,
They only draw the line according to their requirment and suitable to achieve their ends
2006-10-12 04:43:56 · answer #5 · answered by khayum p 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You are quite prolific today. But I disagree with your mob anaology. I'm thinking more like bully.
2006-10-12 04:42:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like the Brownshirts to me.
2006-10-12 04:52:20 · answer #7 · answered by Huey Freeman 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
When they keep asking too many stupid questions about when killing is justified.
Thats when.
2006-10-12 04:39:26 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You're getting hysterical. What shabby thinking you 'peace at all cost' wankers have to justify your delusional beliefs.
2006-10-12 04:57:35 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
we or is it the administration, ma be they do have a mob attiude, to change that VOTE.
2006-10-12 04:42:51 · answer #10 · answered by jpknute1 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋