So About The Taliban....

[Roadkingtrax]

you would have thought we (US Gov't) would have learned from that,,

Historically not the case. We're a little bit the abused housewife from time to time.

[togor]

this is one of those times when RED would blow a gasket,

why?

because you make a statement, get some pushback for your comments, and then 'twist and turn' trying to get out of what you said,

still waiting for an example of a group that behaves as you mentioned in the US, ,

and waiting for an example of the Good the taliban have done,

So I've thought about this whole "twist and turn" biz

Near as I can figure, people think I'm headed for the pit covered with leaves, and they get pissed that I don't step in that pit.

It's not twisting and turning, just an inability to realize that I was never headed for their pit in the first place.

But to the angry guy who's mad because someone didn't step into their trap, that's no consolation.

So as for the Taliban--

Mind you I'm saying this as someone who does not personally share their reactionary views in the slightest,

But if someone really has a problem with gays, then the Taliban are their kind of people.

Not talking about the despicable things they themselves do with pre-pubescent boys, which is revolting beyond belief, but rather how they treat gay adults in their society.

https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2021-08-18/afghanistan-lgbtq-taliban-persecution-killings

That's one example of a reactionary thing in one part of the world that rings a bell with reactionaries in other parts of the world.

Or are you going to tell me that gays everywhere get welcomed with open arms?

[lyman]

I would bet that of the good people on this forum, most see you as twisty turn guy and have for a good while,

so in your next call/email/whatever to Pat,, be sure to get twist and turn on the nannyware,,


and the rest,,


not an answer, in fact, it is not even close,, ,


and you left out a question, the part about the good

[togor]

Lyman,

If you can't understand my posts, then either don't reply, or ask for clarification and accept what is given. But if I clarify then for Pete's Sake don't argue the point.

Regarding the OP, the "good" is in quotes for a reason, to not be taken literally, except perhaps by some. Who? It's a big country, use your imagination. But for most, "good" here means bad.

But you need a literal list of bad ("good") things the Taliban does:

* Put religion first in society.
* Put women back in their place
* Eliminate displays of public immorality
* Cut through the BS of everyone in society having rights, which makes it impossible to get anything done

Betcha you can think of a few more if you try.

But I think you know what I'm getting at.

[lyman]

if it takes you 4 pages to actually respond to a question about a post you made, and during those 4, you go around the block and up the street instead of to the point,

maybe you should not post at all?


what I am getting at is when you make comments, or questions, and get pushback,
either admit the error, or provide proof,

the same thing I've always asked, and you have as well,

[togor]

So what if it took to page 4. Where's the fire? Gotta train to catch?

Not everything here need conform to your rules or timetable.

[Roadkingtrax]

Lyman,

If you can't understand my posts, then either don't reply, or ask for clarification and accept what is given. But if I clarify then for Pete's Sake don't argue the point.

Regarding the OP, the "good" is in quotes for a reason, to not be taken literally, except perhaps by some. Who? It's a big country, use your imagination. But for most, "good" here means bad.

But you need a literal list of bad ("good") things the Taliban does:

* Put religion first in society.
* Put women back in their place
* Eliminate displays of public immorality
* Cut through the BS of everyone in society having rights, which makes it impossible to get anything done

Betcha you can think of a few more if you try.

But I think you know what I'm getting at.

Reads like religious majorities can play havoc in the political process. Same for false prophets.

[lyman]

So what if it took to page 4. Where's the fire? Gotta train to catch?

Not everything here need conform to your rules or timetable.

not my timetable, and not my rules

just you posting something and nothing to back it up,

[Art]

Lyman,

If you can't understand my posts, then either don't reply, or ask for clarification and accept what is given. But if I clarify then for Pete's Sake don't argue the point.

Regarding the OP, the "good" is in quotes for a reason, to not be taken literally, except perhaps by some. Who? It's a big country, use your imagination. But for most, "good" here means bad.

But you need a literal list of bad ("good") things the Taliban does:

* Put religion first in society.
* Put women back in their place
* Eliminate displays of public immorality
* Cut through the BS of everyone in society having rights, which makes it impossible to get anything done

Betcha you can think of a few more if you try.

But I think you know what I'm getting at.

All you have to do is name some prominent right wing American individuals or organizations who espouse this stuff.

[Johnny P]

Lyman, of course the Taliban are culturally conservative for their world in a turbocharged way. It's silly to argue otherwise.

Taliban are fanatical, not conservative. Democrats are fanatical, not conservative. See the relationship?

[rayg]

Togor just likes to post for attention, Lol

[dryheat]

Well,no xxxx. NO lol. Just stop that. I'm kind of a fan. Why? 'cause he is persistant(another word I can't spell) and he can nail you with truth. I hate to drive off posters, but dammit... And I could choke him for some of his unrelenting responses. There's a Ying and Yang to everything. Now, here's the question; would he go to war for any reason? Big war, little war. Neighborhood war. Would he defend a neighbor? There's talk and then there's a time to act. Let's hear it. Of course, you never want to get involved in maratil discord. Keep in mind, a liberal is a Republican that hasn't been mugged yet.
That's sort of the truth, but of course it's a fun little sentence.
No names.

[oscars]

Togor posts his original thoughts as opposed to Ray Baby who, apparently, hasn't an original thought in his head. His noted talent is posting others' thoughts. I did like his use o LOL as if to signify that he is a with it computer guy.

[togor]

Dryheat, not my intention to have to repeat myself. Basically only happens because Lyman demands it. Why he demands that I clarify ad nauseam, you can ask him.

As far as any particular point, the reader can decide for themselves if any of it might apply to them. Either way, just words.

[lyman]

Dryheat, not my intention to have to repeat myself. Basically only happens because Lyman demands it. Why he demands that I clarify ad nauseam, you can ask him.

As far as any particular point, the reader can decide for themselves if any of it might apply to them. Either way, just words.

I don't demand anything,

however Art and I have asked for proof of a point you made and you are too busy dancing around the question




since it has gone this far, next will be a post from you about it being a personal attack and how you are the victim,


that's your pattern