Ilana, let it go. You said, you're first time user, yet complaining already. First have a feel of these boards, discussions. You do not have to return if you're not liking what you see.
I believe your complaint has been looked into, Webmaster has treated it superbly, yet, you still carry on.
People here are long-time users, I am relatively a newbie. Posters here are past of discussing only health-relaed issues. Through discussions, even off topics, we learn, grow together. Obviously, this is not your aim. If you're here to receive help, comfort, perhaps even friendship, please stay. If it is something else you're looking for, perhaps these forums are not for you, so please move on. Curezone has no place for igniting arguments. Debates, discussions yes, if done respectfully, courteusly.
Ragards, Susan
Sorry, but I must respond. Although I haven't searched the whole site to determine if your accusations are true. I am sure that truly racist or anti-semitic statements wouldn't be allowed on here. Criticising a government's behavior can hardly be called anti-semitic or racist. If you know of actual anti-semitic or racist posts please let me know. Till then I will continue to search to see if what you say is true. It does seem strange to me that those that scream anti-semitism have nothing to say about anti-arab racism though. They usually seem perfectly willing to scream ugly remarks about Arabs at every juncture and there is no problem with this type of racism in their eyes.
Then by this description or perhaps this should be in the TOS to remind certain persons that have the power, given by you, that there is freedome on CZ
But I know better, not only is there not freedom of speech, but there are flame wars with the same character (s) involved and you allowed it, you allowed it and joined in. "Hallo" in this very forum
It is a pipe dream of CZ that states one thing in TOS and quite another in practice and you know this but NEVER accept your own responsibility within this context
It is always - Oh we have to let them there is freedonm of speech
But at the participatory level of destruction and hiding of posts flaming anti semites, women haters, sexual predators- all was allowed by you! And it is not the activities that you are interested in- it is the company you keep
You know the purveyors and allowed it based on relationship, and your choice of posters shows a coupla of things
Not the least of: money, it is driven by the greed principle
then: relationship- they have the right to do anything they want to do because I do not interfere with my moderators- (clearly not a good policy)
Participatory destruction of property- that also
And you can give it a rest with a the talk of anti-semitism! The inclusion of Zionism is the Global Anti-Semitism Review Act of 2004 was written by one of the primary members... along with others in his administration... that stand to profit... along with Israel and the other ZIONISTS... from continuing these idiotic wars!
Thanks Sara... but I have very little to do with it. I am forever stumbling upon these things at just the opportune time.... and have a mouth that is just too damn big to keep shut! As for there being more... they are rapidly rising in numbers because any sane person with an ounce of humanity wouldn't sit back and allow what is going on in Gaza... AND WITH THE FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE... or any other group that is the target of GENOCIDE... to happen without speaking out against it!
O, this message is a threat to curezone. Notice her wording, do your sponsors know? so in other words change or I will notify them. I find it amazing that she did not post the entire thread. Newport reports it is illegal to boycott in America and my response was with a list of reasons not to consume these products as they are bad for your health and we laugh it off.
Muslims are doing a peaceful process, while Israel is committing genocide we are simply not buying their products. The best way to attack Israel is thru money. They are a money nation. So we did this with Denmark, and they submitted to our demands by us not buying their butter alone. We are doing it with Israel and costing them billions.
So I find it funny when they choose me, the only vocal Muslim on curezone.
This is not a healing message but a direct attack on me personally. I have posted tons of articles on forgiveness of Israel but those have all been removed and I rescend my threads stating to forgive. No more forgiveness is necessary.
This person is not here to heal but to spread malicious gossip, hatemongering and evilness. Hit and run, that is their method. It is not working Ilanr49.
The US will never attack ....
The Russians will never invade....
The French will never attack.....
The Germans will never attack....
The English will never attack ,invade,colonize....
The Portuguese will never attack,invade,colonize....
The Spanish will never attack, invade,colonize...
The Japanese will never attack, invade ,colonize....
The Chinese will never attack ,invade ,colonize....
The Koreans will never attack, invade , colonize....
The Serbs will never attack,invade,......
The Christians will never attack,invade colonize....
The Muslims will never attack,invade,colonize....
The Romans will never attack,invade, colonize...
The Greeks will never attack,invade,colonize....
Yea Sara... I know. And when I post messages like I did in this case... it is with the full awareness that the person is most likely not going to return and has no interest in having a discussion. The reason why I post sometimes is because I know that OTHER people will read the thread and that way they will have more to think about.
It was very apparent to me that it was meant as a thinly veiled threat... nothing like a little economic blackmail to try and get people to come around to your way of thinking. Yea.. I got it.
I had not seen your post about the boycott... so I had not made the connection that it was a direct attack on you personally. I also think that its not JUST about you... but also about anyone who is supporting Gaza and sees very clearly that what Israel has been doing is GENOCIDE.
When you want to eliminate an entire group of people... you take their land and resources... and then you go after their women and children so that it extinguishes their chance of survival... until there are none left.
This is the OPPOSITE of what has been happening with Catholics and those of the far right... where they CLAIM to be Pro-Life... and take great measure to prevent birth control and abortion... provide insurance coverage for drugs like Viagra... and allow practices like polygamy... including allowing the sexual abuse of girl children to go unpunished... in order to increase their numbers.... but at the same time are some of the biggest supporters of the death penalty! Pro-Life? I think NOT. There only Pro-Life for those that they believe are worthy of staying alive and those who will continue to fill their collection plates! This is also what's behind Prop 8 and the attitudes towards homosexuals. They're not BREEDERS... so they are of no use to religious extremists who are hell-bent on converting everyone to THEIR religion.
These are some of the very reasons that Native Americans have ALSO been the target of GENOCIDE. As one of the only surviving MATRIARCHIES... they have been a threat to the PATRIARCHY. They were so terrified of the ghost dance that they outlawed it and massacred Natives at Wounded Knee... and they have doing the EXACT same things as far as relocating Natives... stealing their land and resources... ripping children out of their mother's arms and carting off to Christian boarding schools... allowing laws to be broken for the sale of alcohol on the reservations... allowing meth houses to stay in business... performing forced sterilization on Native women... not prosecuting rapists and other abusers of Native women... not addressing the epidemic of suicides among their teens... poisoning their water... allowing the ongoing displays of racism towards Natives such as the very common use of things related to Natives to be used as mascotts for sporting events... depriving Native men... who were a TREMENDOUS asset during the war such as the Navajo Code Talkers... of benefits and the recognition they deserve... and covering up government activity with false arrests and imprisonments of POLITICAL PRISONERS such as Leonard Peltier... and not launching a FULL and HONEST investigation into the death of Anna Mae Aquash that was SO violent and gruesome that it made me physically ILL when I read about it!
And just to show you how full of s.h.i.t. they are... note that they said that DNA testing was impossible... BULLOCKS! They do DNA testing on SKELETAL remains all the time... and she wasn't even decomposed to that degree!
O, I really love your passion. No, it is not just about me but I am part of the scheme. I suffer nothing compared to others such as your ancestors or mine. I feel so passionate about the plight of the Muslims not to create fear mongering but to tell of the genocide of the innocent.
I was a constant target in America, O, not because of my color and I am white but because I dare to wear a scarf. I had people walk off the register and refuse to serve me, I had people who tried to kill me, I was run over with shopping carts and many other horific things.
During the Oklahoma bombing, we hid in our homes our of fear of hate crimes and then we found out it was not a Muslim terrorist but a white boy terrorist, we did nothing but return to work. Hate crimes increase as the word Muslim is stated. Muslims believe in love for each other, charity and the fear of Allah. Our sheik told us to spread the word, so that is what I have tried to do thru numberous postings not of hate mongering or anti Israel postings but of the truth.
Why was I chosen as their escape goat, only one reason, money.
Why chose on a peaceful protest opposed to others speaking of murders and masachers. Think it has to do with money.
As you say genocide is genocide, whether it is Bosnia or here, it is genocide. It hurts me so to think of what I have personally been thru and most I cannot talk about on the internet, but I will tell you that there will be a day when the tables are turned and we shall be victorious.
If we let this continue without saying anything, it will only get worse. Why does a man beat his wife? Because she lets him.
but some are worse than others. There are a small number of Neo Nazis here who post their holocaust denial stuff they copy and paste from Neo Nazi websites. They are sick people with an evil agenda.
Unfortunately as we know sickness is often contagious and their version of a cure for themselves is the murder of everyone who doesnt agree with them.
The Neo Nazis here in the US have in fact been used by the NWO (New World Order),to further their agenda of the feudalization of the USA.
The NWO has done this by claiming that anyone who defends white america is like the Neo Nazis;an evil person,a murderer,and a racist.
So if I defend white americans against the onslaught of tens of millions of illegal aliens,who are genociding the white american culture, I am portrayed as one of them which is not the case.
But I think CureZone works pretty well and the separation of the debate and support groups is a good idea. And any political debate should be reserved for these political groups.
Unfortunately (my view) Curezone doesn't really have a balance either in the type of views shown here and the number; just watch at how many will disagree very quickly at my post; when it comes to matters of Israel or judaism.
Politcal correctness at this point in history means lashings of sympathy for Islam and none for its natural 'enemies' (i,e rationality, athiesm and any other religion). When you have large numbers influencing public opinion the outcome is always going to be one sided. I do not believe many here have even bothered to view a map of the entire middle east to see the real situation vis a vis land rights, occupation etc.
I've also tried to work out why certain issues come up all the time at Curezone(anti jewish sentiment, constant whining about not being "allowed" to talk about jews/Israel/the holocaust, even they do incessantly!!! - its hilarious) and I've got a few theories... To me, what gets bought up at Curezone seems weighted heavily to geographically specific forces which shape the ideas you see here on these forums; for example if you live somewhere where there is a taboo subject, you find some people just can help wanting it bring it up all the time and are quite obsessed.
For example and for future reference, when it does become illegal to question/criticize Islam (and it will), I'm sure we will have a measurable shift away from constant bringing up about Israel/Jewish issues to the the question of Islam and why we aren't allowed to talk about it. Whilst we still can, we don't bother.
Free speech is a wonderful thing and sometimes we have to put up with hearing things we don't like. Truth is truth no matter how much BS you throw at it.
People are always searching for meaning and that's because they never find it.
I am not here to agree or disagree with you. What bothers me is Holocaust wasn't mentioned for a good 40 years. Now in the last 10, whereever you turn, any media, it is constantly brought up, shown. Why? For future generations? They would learn about it, through history if interested. In Oz, if a jewish person gets offended by a non-Jew, part of the "punishment" is that person, young or old has to endure history lessons re Holocaust, visit the Jewish Museum, and of course, blowing the original offence out of proportion in all types of available media. Not to mention leagal proceedings. there is recommendation, lessons about Holocaust should be icluded in school curriculums. In religious education, parent has a say, if she/he wants her children to be included. Would it be the same for Holocaust lessons too? While that part of history was a sad one, before and after genocides has happened. Killed Jews numbers are rising every year. Does anyone really know how many were killed then? By speaking to those survivors, I have learned, not all who claim to be in the concentration camps were actually there. When I questioned this, answer was, no such technology today, people have had no ID papers, they would vouch for each other, for not a small amount of money. I know some, who's birthday on current ID's deffer from what the date they actually celebrate. Most of them have different names too. True, war calls for drastic measures to survive, on all sides. Finally, let's not forget, not only Jews were killed, but gypsies, disabled, blacks/coloured etc.
Susan
I'm not sure why you are hearing more about the holocaust now, more than ever; but I know in the west we hear about it alot because it is part of our european history, in the same way we hear alot about the stolen generation (aboriginal) here in oz. By contrast, people in Asia, I can't imagine would have it in their consciousness.
I've been hearing about it (holocaust) for a long time and i'm over 40; but I've also been hearing about the plight of all sorts of people in all different places around the globe as there is so much horror, everywhere, and I also do suspect we are all suffering from a massive case of compassion fatigue when it comes to this stuff because we do hear of this stuff all the time.
I certainly do not question the validity of it (the holocaust) as there is german footage of the events and testimonials of people who lost family. As you say, its also clearly documented that gypsies, homosexuals and intellectuals were also just as much targetted by nazism.
Its (the holocaust) obviously something people like to debate and that's their right to do so. These debates and holocaust denial in general does understandably upset some people but that's the price of free speech which I think is very important for all subjects. Nothing should be off the table for discussion so I respect your right to air your views and concerns.
Thanks for posting your opnions.
I am 47, lived first 14 years in Europe. Under Communism, or maybe had nothing to do with it, being Jewish meant, you were a different race. I have asked older Jewish people about it, who lived in Europe in the same timeframe, they agree with it. Living in Australia, I always heard, being Jewish, means, following different religion, until now. It seems, being Jewish is viewed all over the world as a different race, now. Any view on this?
About the question you are asking me, this one comes up just as often when it comes to jews. What difference would it make and why is it asked about jews so often? I suspect its is probably the same reason why people argue about homosexuals in this regard: i.e, is it an innate or chosen characteristic. Sometimes those who are bigotted want to argue it is chosen.
Personally I like to come out of the closet and declare my position on things rather than bating on the issues to stir them up. I am clinically agnostic but probably leaning towards being athiestic and anti religion, especially Islam in this time and place because it is so prolific and is demanding for change I don't agree with across the political landscape.
The reason I am pro Israel is because I have nationalistic tendencies (rather than internationalist) and have consulted the world map and can see it (Israel) is a very small country surrounded by huge land masses occupied by arabs/muslims who can be very nationalistic and enjoy the privilages of shaping their countries the way they see fit with liberty and soverignity. I acknowledge the plight of palestinians, but there is simply no "room" in Israel and this problem needs to be taken up as an issue by their arab brothers and sisters, not a problem for Israel to solve.
I consider Islam to be a threat to western civilisation and free speech. I believe it is a threat to rationality, freedom of thought and action, and especially women's rights. I believe we all have a right to say what we think and hope this continues at Curezone since I seem to be a lonely voice in supporting Israel here.
I think you stated that very well and agree with you. You are not alone in supporting israel, but I agree that there are not very many voices here for them. I notice that it is a trend in more places than just here.
Peggy, does any of that excuse the atrocities in Gaza? Or the crimes and schemes of Zionism?
That is an impressive map. Given Israel's hospitality towards it's neighbors I do not see it changing very much in the forseeable future, do you?
Would you have us believe that all that huge area of "irrational" Muslims are wrong and the the tiny speck of Israel is rational and right? I am not so sure that I would call Israel's behavior rational, though I can see why they would be so protective. It would be kind of like me moving deep into an urban ghetto, putting a rebel flag and white cross in my front yard and wearing sheets.
Looking at that map again, it strikes me that Israel best hope that there isn't a real Jihad ever launched, because even their superior military and their nuclear weapons whose technology they stole from us would not be able to withstand the onslaught.
I would point out that I am not anti-Jewish nor am I pro-Muslim - and I certainly am not pro-Hamas, though I can understand their appeal to Palestinians who have been treated so abysmally. I am pro any peace loving people and that includes a very large number of Muslims as well as a large but mostly unheard from segment of the Jewish population who are not Zionists. I am most definitely anti-Zionist when it comes to those whose political and religous leaders are lead by the abominable teachings of the Talmud and who plot to control the world.
Likewise I am against the radical elements of Islam who teach hatred for the infidel, conduct beheadings, recruit the poor and the young to martyr themselves as suicide bombers and seek to control the world. When it comes to it, I am not in favor of anyone who seeks to control the world and that includes the elements in our own country who seek to do so.
"tiny speck of Israel", you write Tony.
Don't forget, it is not Israel only at work, but the large number of Jews outside of Israel. They are the ones, who provide backing, financial, religious etc. Talking here to some old Jewish members of the community, (most of them never been to Israel) they agree more to this slaughter, see it as their right, as necessity, than Israelis themselves.
"Given Israel's hospitality towards it's neighbors I do not see it changing very much in the forseeable future."
Neither do I, neither do many people.
Interestingly, here, in Melbourne, Australia, last month it was announced, People who only have their father Hewish, will be recognised as Jews. Why? Obviously, their leaders see the need to boost the number of the Jewish community. What is the reaction from "full Jews"? They've vowed never to accept them.
Similar to East Berliners and West Berliners. They are at odds, West Berliners won't accept their "poor cousins".
Susan
Well apparently it is not illegal to harass or talk about Muslims as that is allowed what the thread is about not saying one word of any kind about Israel. So speak badly all you want about Muslims and Islam just don't talk about the Jews.
But then again, if we can't talk about the Jews and Israel, why then is not talking about Islam and budist and Mormons and all organized religions not stopped also. The rule has to be and should be for all not just the Jews.
Sara, I am posting here not for religious or political reasons. I work in Community Care, mainly with Jewish clients, in dominantly Jewish area. Self-created, very tightly knit, christian neighbours not so welcome, (sell your property to us) by the Jewish residents. I can't help to notice it is the Jewish people who are saying, hey, we are different than the rest of you (better!), we want/demand/deserve different (better) treatment than the rest of community. Living with Jews under Communism and in the West, I do have questions, and yes, I do ask my clients too. We receive training on how to go about with Jewish clients, history, politics, tradition so on. I can see and understand reasons for rest of community being anti-Jewish. The Jewish mainly immigrants to this country demand services the rest of community does not receive, but fund through their taxes, rates is just being one of them. These are everyday observations, nothing to do with maps, racism etc.
Oz, I am confused by your message but it could be because it is 9am and I have not been to bed yet. lol. I think it is a great misunderstanding about me. I am not anti-jewish. I am pro Muslim. A big difference. My gripe is I think I should be able to post my opinions especially if it is the truth and backed up by newspaper articles such as the one I posted at the top of the thread. Informing people about what is going on is not anti jewish. I don't like the gov't but love the people. I have had tons of clients and yes they want to be treated like royalty but so do many other people.
I am Pro Muslim , not anti anything. I am against genocide, the killing of innocent people, like the people of the world trade centers, I am anti hate, bigotry and most of all people who don't worship God. Other than that I do not judge people. You or anyone can worship and do as you like, it is not my business.
My whole gripe is that if I cannot post anything on Gaza, then nobody should be able to post about anti Musiim, anti govt', anti organized religions, and anti racial topics and that will never happen. It is posted everyday in the forums. So if we must label Gaza as anti Israel then we must label thousands of post ANti Muslim. Get my point. I want fair and equal billing with each one. Am I asking for too much?
SARA
By the way, I enjoy your post. You seem to be fair.
"I want fair and equal billing with each one. Am I asking for too much?"
Sara, I understand what you're saying, want. No, you're not asking for too much, only for fairness.
My post didn't mean to confuse you. I've posted my thoughts, opinions, observations on Jewish living, so that people who think they're discriminated against, in every day life, might understand, how, what and why other people maybe thinking in the community about this matter.
"I am against genocide, the killing of innocent people, like the people of the world trade centers."
I fully agree 100%. If you remember, when I've joined the thread started on Gaza, this is what I've posted. This was the reason I've actually posted anything. I voiced my opinion, saying Israel is committing a genocide, occupying land, that do not belong to them, killing innocent civilians.
Sorry Oz, I was responding to Tony's post not yours, actually only read one or two of yours. Tony's my friend as you are too. I never saw any post on what you are talking about. I saw the post on why is it illegal to harrass Muslims and I feel it is the other way round. See you thought I was targeting you,. lol, girl. I have not had any sleep and going to visit my friend that is in town from Amman, but I am feeling great.
'Would you have us believe that all that huge area of "irrational" Muslims are wrong and the the tiny speck of Israel is rational and right? I am not so sure that I would call Israel's behavior rational, though I can see why they would be so protective. It would be kind of like me moving deep into an urban ghetto, putting a rebel flag and white cross in my front yard and wearing sheets.'
I disagree with your analogy. It is like being the only white person in a black ghetto.