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01-27-2012, 03:05 PM | #16 |
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Arrgh, matie.
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01-27-2012, 03:22 PM | #18 |
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01-27-2012, 03:48 PM | #19 |
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It was a light drizzle, more of a mist, really.
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01-27-2012, 09:32 PM | #20 |
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03-24-2012, 07:28 PM | #21 | |
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Some background on how/why the pirates came to be.
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Of course that doesn't excuse what they are doing, but it does explain why 70% of Somalians, "strongly support" them.
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03-24-2012, 08:00 PM | #22 |
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Never eat fish.
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03-24-2012, 08:00 PM | #23 |
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Ahh, Somalia, the Libertarian paradise.
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03-24-2012, 08:32 PM | #24 |
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Maybe they can be transitioned to professional sports, it works in Pittsburgh!
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03-24-2012, 08:46 PM | #25 |
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03-24-2012, 08:53 PM | #26 |
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No, no, I've died of dysentery.
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03-25-2012, 07:12 AM | #27 |
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In this country there are multiple issues with Somali immigrants, mostly because of the lawless regime they are escaping from.
GENERALISING HERE. They are unlikely to vote, not having much understanding of the democratic process. They do not place value on education, not having experienced it themselves. They tend to be hard-line Muslims given that religion has been one of the most stable centres of their life. Young men are used to defending their families by force - issues of honour are highly important. If you come from a country without an effective Govt where might is right and are offered housing and money, well. It's a culture shock to say the least. I'm neither defending nor denigrating Somalis here. Just saying what Bruce said. Brutual regimes and hard times affect people's lifestyles.
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As far as the Somalis are concerned, this is where the ultra-Libertarian/Anarchist argument falls apart. You will need a government strong enough to protect your borders. Not to wage wars of choice, but to actually police the coast and airways.
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03-25-2012, 08:46 PM | #29 |
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03-25-2012, 10:21 PM | #30 |
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Sorry turns out it wasn't dysentery, it was just datexit, so, no dice.
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