History Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 But America isn't a Christian nation. How are you not understanding that? The whole concept around which our nation was founded was freedom of speech and religion, not "majority rules".... And to make a comparison to a country's primary language is completely off base. Your into that secular nation deal. Fine. The majority does rule when it comes to voting. I see we are going down another dark alley here. You will go by the constitution then, not the original one, but as it has been amended how many times? I am just trying to save each of us some posts.....:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UKMustangFan Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 Your into that secular nation deal. Fine. The majority does rule when it comes to voting. I see we are going down another dark alley here. You will go by the constitution then, not the original one, but as it has been amended how many times? I am just trying to save each of us some posts.....:D :lol: It does appear so. Are you saying the original intent of our founding fathers not only gaining independence, but coming over to America from Europe wasn't for freedom to practice whatever religion they desired? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
History Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 :lol: It does appear so. Are you saying the original intent of our founding fathers not only gaining independence, but coming over to America from Europe wasn't for freedom to practice whatever religion they desired? I think their number one goal was self preservation. Then independence and then freedom of religion. I tried hard not to make it three things, because then we have a trinity and that causes trouble in the P + R forum and the football section. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UKMustangFan Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 I think their number one goal was self preservation. Then independence and then freedom of religion. I tried hard not to make it three things, because then we have a trinity and that causes trouble in the P + R forum and the football section. :laugh: :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodsrider Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 I do. I don't, but I sure as heck am not gonna have theirs tossed down my gullet either. Some of the older posters can tell you indeed Spring Break used to be Easter Break. Who is tossing what religion down your throat? You know if I am in France-I would expect to hear the people speaking French. If I am in a country that is predominantly Christian, I suppose I would think I would hear "Merry Christmas" alot. Apples to Buick comparison. Your into that secular nation deal. Fine. The majority does rule when it comes to voting. I see we are going down another dark alley here. You will go by the constitution then, not the original one, but as it has been amended how many times? I am just trying to save each of us some posts.....:D It seems to me the original bill of rights had that pesky separation of church and state thing so try again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westsider Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 The amount of intolerance and holier-than-thou behavior in this thread is mind-boggling ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockmom Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 The amount of intolerance and holier-than-thou behavior in this thread is mind-boggling ... Wait...here's what I've learned: It's OK to be intolerant....if you're an American and/or a Christian. Thankfully MOST people don't think that way, though, even in this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
History Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 Wait...here's what I've learned: It's OK to be intolerant....if you're an American and/or a Christian. Thankfully MOST people don't think that way, though, even in this thread. You all are going to call it whatever you call it. I believe the majority doesn't shout on these boards, as your side seems to have the edge here. We shall see in the next couple of elections which way the country goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockmom Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 You all are going to call it whatever you call it. I believe the majority doesn't shout on these boards, as your side seems to have the edge here. We shall see in the next couple of elections which way the country goes. I don't have a 'side'. I'm an American, I believe in freedom of religion, freedom of speech, the right to a speedy trial, and a jury of my peers, among many other things. I refuse to succumb to fear mongering and refuse to treat people who are different than I by belief system, skin color or gender as anything but equal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
History Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 I don't have a 'side'. I'm an American, I believe in freedom of religion, freedom of speech, the right to a speedy trial, and a jury of my peers, among many other things. I refuse to succumb to fear mongering and refuse to treat people who are different than I by belief system, skin color or gender as anything but equal. Strange, but as one that disagrees with you often, that is not how I feel about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockmom Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 Strange, but as one that disagrees with you often, that is not how I feel about it. In what way have I treated you as anything but equal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Run To State Posted August 17, 2010 Author Share Posted August 17, 2010 After nearly 8 pages of posts on the issue it all boils down to the title of the thread.... Yes they have the"right" to do it but it IS a STUPID idea for ALL concerned, Muslim or Christian...I'm afraid our point is falling on deaf ears, cammando. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockmom Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 I'm afraid our point is falling on deaf ears, cammando. The conversation has evolved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
History Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 In what way have I treated you as anything but equal? Belief system......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockmom Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 Belief system......... In what way have I treated you unequal in discussing our different beliefs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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