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Kipepeo
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Tue Jun-15-04 09:04 PM
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Edited on Tue Jun-15-04 09:08 PM by Kipepeo
I disagree that there has been more focus on the prison abuse scandal than on atrocities commited against Americans. Think of how many things never make it to the mainstream consciousness in this country (and this wasn't intended to either).
There is a great quote from MLK (I'm paraphrasing here so forgive me) that says: 'I criticize America because I love her and want her to stand as a moral example to the world.'
I hold my country to higher standards and in higher regard, just like I hold myself to higher standards. The abuses that are done in my name hurt me in a way that is different than abuses done against me and mine. Does that make sense? I am not ranking atrocities with that statement.
I don't mind your ranting.
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