Fantastic addition GWS, thank you so much. “I believe that the appropriate measures have been taken to recognise that and to show the Muslim community that they are part of us and we are part of them." ^^That right there is...beyond words. To think that ...
"If you don’t understand how not having any real entitlement (enshrined by legislation, as for ACC) to funding for your necessary supports so you can not only live, but perhaps live in the place of your choosing, could make a person feel deeply depressed ...
Yes, I understand the difference. My comment was simply a response to the suggestion that I had no comprehension of life with disabilities. I've had experience with disabilities, both ACC funded and not. The 'not' relates to my daughter and I don't want to...
I've had plenty of experience with the health system and it's deficiencies. I personally think those points are entirely salient Rosemary. They've given me much thought.
I actually have a couple of disabilities but they're minor. I had a traumatic brain injury as a two year old - from a bottle smashed over my head. Six months earlier I had my head, face and hands burned with boiling water; I still have scars. As a result ...
I believe you Rosemary, 100% I just don't understand how this bill, passed or not, will change any of that. If I'm missing something then please help me understand, I want to see your perspective.
I don't understand your comment, Ad. How does giving the freedom of choice deny that same choice to anyone else?
@Stuart Stove has other solid and reputable work. That article wasn't one of them and I think he knew it. He didn't want it published and it certainly isn't put together like a well thought argument. So, I have to believe it was a bit of a rant more than a...
I'm not convinced education has a whole lot to do with it. I think he's a bit like cult leaders in that he's adept at exploiting vulnerabilities.
@Stuart A heretic? You? Nah, not in the least. To be frank, your thinking is exactly what I expect from someone who feels disenfranchised. At every turn you reveal a little more of yourself and how you feel about the world. I'll let you in on a secret. I'm...
@ Stuart "The unverified presumptions of the self-styled ‘woke’ Left will contribute no light, but an abundance of heat to such an endeavor." This from the guy who offered the unverified presumptions of Stove with his 'The Intellectual Capacity of Women' ...
Oh, I'm not blaming technology, just suggesting it was a faster car than snail mail for spreading information. You'll see on my other posts I'm very in favour of personal responsibility. I totally agree on the internet licence but disagree about JP. Whilst...
I don't do group think - on anything. The only thing Stove saves anyone from is reality.
Stuart, the whole article is built on a false premise therefore anything he draws from that is tainted by the first error. It's like maths in that if you get the first bit of a calculation wrong the error is carried through the entire thing. "The feminist ...
You can be whatever you want to be Ian. And yes, you can be a feminist. Actions all the way :)
My certainty is always being torn down and rebuilt to better fit the things I learn. It is total ignorance and arrogance to assume truth and I have learned the hard way that holding on to personal beliefs as though they are representative of my core being ...
Oh boy, now that was fun! Are you pulling my leg with this article? It's a joke right? I thought the article would at least be challenging. I'm very disappointed Stuart. If this is your go-to piece of scientific research it's no wonder your head is full of...
No prob, I'll read it now.
"It is notable that our new zealots are reluctant to pursue the actual instigators of racist violence" You make an interesting point. I've argued before that people tend to fight the overt signs of discrimination whilst denying their own complicity. For ...
Did you read the article and the responses from the medical community? This happened in a country that didn't outlaw genetic engineering so it isn't a case of 'crossing a line' that leads down a slippery slope. It actually makes my point.
Good on you for owning it Stuey. Admitting it is the first step.
Hate to break it to ya Stuart but you're part of a patriarchal system, so am I. You can pretend it isn't so all you like but in the end you're only fooling yourself. Your own beliefs fall in line with patriarchal ideology and whilst you had no choice about...
That's pretty much the case with all labeling isn't it. Makes it easier to dismiss the opinions and ideas of others when you can discount the source by calling them marxist, feminazi, etc. Even using left/right blanket labeling does the same thing. I think...
I think Stuart has just been 'outed'. Mind you, I'm just a lil woman, what would I know. 😁😁😁
Got your back against the wall there Stuart. Great way to polarise an argument. Here's the bit you missed in your reactive state: "And I’m not suggesting getting into a full on confrontation with skin heads but simply not sitting in silence while a mate ...
Thank you Anthony. Your attitude really gives me hope. I fully believe that most white men want to do the right thing, that they didn't choose the culture they were born into and, once shown how and where the problems flourish they act to set things right....
"It’s a job for police and security services, " Wouldn't want to get your hands dirty aye. Silence condones behaviour. "It’s sufficient for the public to point out agent provocateurs like Southern, or recruitment/radicalization forums." No it isn't enough....
"That means white guys need to be the most vocal in their condemnation of neo-nazis." I agree with you. It's about confronting bad behaviour way before it becomes extreme. And it's not like women and minorities can do it because what we think is largely ...
I totally agree with you about the state of NZ and I'm not asking to to take up my position on this. I respect your right to choose whatever is right for you. I'll admit I'm a dreamer and yes it's a fantasy view but we didn't get anything without someone ...
I always feel like a conspiracy theorist when I say that, Muttonbird. Yes, I think that NZ has a very malignant undertow of 'money moving mountains'. I don't think it's limited to political decisions either. This is why I get so pissed off with people who ...
Considering IVF has been around for 40 years this is no landslide and you can't say legalising it 40 years ago lead to this. It's been going on in private for decades, legal or otherwise.
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