Posts by Morgan Williams

Alex Brown50 said:How do you think that Quran even came to be—just popped out of thin air, or was it more like an upgrade to an existing ideology? Ever actually peeked into that collection of texts people call the Old Testament? I mean, where do you think these crazy ideas come from—the whole "divine mission" thing, blind obedience to authority, treating outsiders like they don't matter, using deception to get ahead, or basically making murder look okay...

Yeah, we have the New Testament, sure, but too often it’s just been used as window dressing for violence—basically a hollow mantra or just words on a page. Like, what do the Crusades, colonialism, the Inquisition, or corrupt clergy have to do with Jesus’s actual teachings? On the flip side, the Old Testament isn't just a source for some dangerous mental virus; it’s also a monument to the human spirit—a pretty magnificent work... Just like Islam isn't just pure primitivism and violence; it’s a religion that, in certain ways, pushed past Judaism and Christianity, carrying this incredibly deep mystical tradition...

It's hard for Muslims to really catch up to the West when you look at the negative historical track record. So, why don't we actually dig into the root of the problem? We like to act all high and mighty like we solved it ages ago, but we didn't—we're just playing dumb. Then we act surprised when we see these nasty symptoms popping up over the fence, acting like they have nothing to do with us. But they do—it's cultural, it's ancestral, and honestly, it's just cause and effect.

And the New Testament backs up the very filth God demanded in the Old:

Jesus said:[/B] Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets! I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest stroke of a pen or the least stroke of a letter will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. Therefore anyone who breaks one of the smallest commandments and teaches others accordingly will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever keeps and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven.
MATTHEW 5:18-19

The West and its history don't justify what these people are doing today. The goal should be to eliminate all filth, not to use our own filth to justify theirs.

Jessica Gonzalez said:Exactly 100 years ago, Europe was going through the "Belle Époque," which was this era where war seemed almost unthinkable and the continent felt like a peaceful cultural haven. What happened after that is something you probably see all the time on National Geographic documentaries.

So you're implying we aren't all that different from those folks in the Middle East?
I’ll admit, we’ve still got a long way to go to meet my standards, and things could turn volatile fast. But honestly, I find it hard to argue there's a massive gap between modern Germany, Spain, and Syria.

Jessica Gonzalez said:The U.S. and Europe moved past those old eras, which is why powers like Great Britain eventually dominated much of the globe (alongside France, Spain, and others exporting peace and democracy). And I suppose we shouldn't forget how German Christians, who were leading industrial and cultural forces for ages, took that sense of superiority one step too far and caused tens of millions of deaths in just a few years. That's about it for revolutions and progress.

Look, I’m not saying they haven't done plenty of dirty work, but compared to the crews in the Middle East? They aren't even in the same league. My god, even here in the States, we were having massive debates over social issues and traditional values just a couple of years ago—and we're part of this Western movement. Of course, change doesn't happen overnight, but you have to start somewhere. Even Catholic Ireland has moved toward same-sex marriage via referendum; Western nations are slowly "growing up," and frankly, I think these Muslim-majority countries are falling way behind us.

mellowotter36 said:Let’s get back to reality and the 21st century.

I’ve already condemned their actions and their intentions. I've said we need immediate, intelligent intervention because we're looking at massive collateral damage to innocent people. Right now, I'm just addressing the fundamental divide between Christianity and Islam and why that gap exists in this day and age.

Emily Ward3 said:So, what? We’re supposed to just sit tight and wait another 800 to 1,000 years for them to evolve, and during that entire stretch, everything they do is just given a free pass? 👍

That wasn't my point.

Try actually reading for comprehension. Thanks.

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Morgan Williams said:Let’s not kid ourselves; even the Bible has its fair share of revolting parts. But their issue is they haven't experienced an American Revolution or any of the major social shifts we have. They're stuck where we were centuries ago: religion dictates state policy, witch hunts are still a thing, women are treated as second-class citizens, and scientists who challenge scripture are branded dangerous. It wouldn't be such a massive headache if they just stayed behind their own four walls instead of threatening the rest of the globe. They need a total revolution—everything from dismantling terrorist cells to a complete societal overhaul—otherwise, things won't look good. In this high-tech era, the world has become far too small for this kind of instability.I think it hits the nail on the head.

Finding a way to fix this without causing massive collateral damage is a tall order.

Noah Carter24 said:Talk about a textbook argument! Seriously, just reach back into the Middle Ages and bring up the Crusades if you want a classic "gotcha" moment. 👏

Sure, they’re more or less the same garbage—Islam being a bit coarser at the root—except they haven't dealt with revolutions and just stayed stuck at that level. I was talking to a history major a couple of months back; he says the exact same thing.

What's the issue here? You actually think Christianity is this peaceful faith of love, or that Christians acted all saintly before the Reformation and various revolutions? Or do you really believe Muslims would still be this problematic even after total social upheaval and legal overhauls?

Let’s not kid ourselves; even the Bible has its fair share of revolting parts. But their issue is they haven't experienced an American Revolution or any of the major social shifts we have. They're stuck where we were centuries ago: religion dictates state policy, witch hunts are still a thing, women are treated as second-class citizens, and scientists who challenge scripture are branded dangerous. It wouldn't be such a massive headache if they just stayed behind their own four walls instead of threatening the rest of the globe. They need a total revolution—everything from dismantling terrorist cells to a complete societal overhaul—otherwise, things won't look good. In this high-tech era, the world has become far too small for this kind of instability.I think it hits the nail on the head.

Finding a way to fix this without causing massive collateral damage is a tall order.

Matthew Anderson4 said:Not sure if those refugees pulled this off tonight.

Signed. ☕

It’s obvious we shouldn't jump the gun regarding ISIS and their crowd. We need to pump the brakes. Let them finish whatever they're doing in God's name first, then react if things actually go south. 🤦

Refugees and migrants bring a different culture—and yeah, you'll find some creeps in there for sure. There should be law enforcement monitoring how people enter the country, but the issue lies elsewhere. It's like a robbery happening at a Walmart where $10 $0.00 goes missing; everyone condemns the theft, yet we turn around and vote for the Republican Party to run things.

Any updates? From what I've heard, terrorists have been threatening incursions into Europe too.

Anthony Jackson2 said:It’s a unique mess.

First off, I think the recent expats—mostly the younger crowd—aren't even bothering to vote because they want zero ties to this swamp; they're just happy to be gone, and that’s enough for them.

Then you have the ones who fled during the war without looking back—they feel the need to prove they’re "better" than the rest of us staying here, so they cast a ballot.

Then there are the uninformed folks who still cling to old political tropes from decades ago, linking certain parties to patriotism—completely unaware that "patriotism" around here has just become a code word for theft and corruption. But hey, when you haven't set foot in the US for years, you wouldn't know what's actually happening.

Then you have the ones who are simply stupid.

And don't forget the people being paid to show up and vote... etc.

There are plenty of scenarios—and I doubt any of them are pure malice—but I honestly think the biggest issue is misinformation, followed by deep-seated complexes, and then everything else.

I couldn't agree more. My comment about malice was mostly sarcasm. I see firsthand how many people my age are misinformed or totally clueless, and the apple doesn't fall far from the tree when you look at their families' mindsets. If it's this easy with the people living right here in America, imagine the mindset of the crowd that lived through the nineties. It’s all too easy for that group to blindly defend the old guard.

Anthony Jackson2 said:The diaspora—88% voted for him. 🤦

And then there’s the runner-up at 3%—Mayor Adams. 🤦

Then people wonder why we shouldn't let them vote. It's not about stripping their voting rights—it's more about barring their entry to the States for the summer.

I’m stuck wondering if these people are just incredibly dim-witted—to put it politely—or if they’re actually malicious, trying to spite those of us who stayed behind in the States. Honestly, I don't see the point in their ballots.

If this thieving coalition grabs an absolute majority, they’ll be throwing parades just like they did back when we had that referendum on LGBTQ+ rights. The only way we'd see an even bigger celebration is if the government somehow made some extremist slogan the official salute for the U.S. Army.

But fine, looking at it objectively, Tomislav Karamarko is the literal embodiment of this nation, as terrible as that sounds. 🤦

There he is, right on Fifth Avenue.
http://www.pepermint-chicago.com/

In case you're looking for spots beyond Fifth Avenue:
http://vikendplaner.info/ideje/popis...rebu-2457.html

The poll makes it crystal clear why that crew can't get their grammar right to save their lives.

Anthony Jackson2 said:Read today that Tom Davis refused to take part in any of the pre-election debates 🤣 The big shot leader of all those losers—our version of Trump—was so terrified of that communist's son, Zak, that he actually fled his own district's ballot 🤣

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Please show some understanding for our future President. If the mainstream media had their way, they’d rig everything against him. They’d take away his teleprompter, grill him with questions he’s forced to answer solo, and demand he jump into debates where he has to construct perfect, complex sentences on the fly—not just simple ones, I mean full-blown, multi-clause masterpieces! On top of that, they’d expect him to have the entire coalition platform memorized. Ridiculous.

He’s educated and eloquent (unlike some...), but he clearly lacks any sense of social awareness. It’s one thing when he calls out people we constantly clash with for being "uncultured"—fine, we can say he’s just meeting them at their level to prove America isn't some puppet they can pull the strings on. But telling a woman in a small town in Ohio that he understands her because his bathroom pipe burst once? That’s just tragicomic. I'm sure he wasn't trying to mock her—he probably thought he was showing empathy or some shred of understanding for her situation—but you really have to think twice before opening your mouth! He also has this habit of having zero filter. He’ll say exactly what he believes is right, no matter how terrible it sounds to everyone else.

The rhetoric shifted probably because they're indecisive—trying to prove the Democratic Party loves America just as much and aren't some radical leftovers from the old regime. It’s a calculated tactic. Soon enough, we'll see Tomislav Karamarko and Aleksandar Vučić tearing each other apart, debating whether Zoran is a fascist or a hardline communist.

As for the right-wing option, I won't even bother. Good grief, the opposition always has a million grievances, "new" ideas, and programs; they claim to want debate and don't shy away from it, calling out everyone—even a decent administration, not just this mess—for a thousand different things. But honestly, you'd find better plans in a nursery after three beers than what this opposition is offering. It's clear they have Kolinda Grabar-Kitović acting as their personal secretary, but they'd gain a lot more if they had even one intelligent politician capable of pitching actual, concrete ideas for their next term if they actually win.

If this turns out to be true and they win the election, the country will be handed over to a party with zero economic platform, a group that proposed legalizing their own criminal activity (which the current government idiots actually 🤦), led by a guy with an outstanding conviction. I wouldn't trust this man to watch my dog for ten minutes, let alone lead the United States, and I shouldn't even have to explain why. Well, folks, if that happens, you deserve to live somewhere else, maybe a place like Switzerland! 👏

Joseph Clark37 said:I find nothing more powerful than the works of artists from all walks of life who simply wage war against the status quo... offering up these utopian visions that have zero connection to reality. Just play, paint, or sing, and leave the nonsense alone.

That song popped into my head while I was typing this. Personally, I think the lyrics are top-tier. It wasn't some grand manifesto for a revolution; honestly, the guy doesn't even usually write like that. It’s just his way of painting an ideal world, much like how people write about love, friendship, doubt, or patriotism.

We don't need to be revolted by the violence; his emotions are irrelevant if he respects the law. In one country, people would react to the exact same situation in a completely different way.

They want to go to Germany because it offers some of the best chances to actually live a normal life. A lot of them just want to move to a functional nation, work, and contribute—not just sit in a corner like a houseplant being watered by government handouts. Sure, there are exceptions, just like in any group. It makes sense that they’ll aim for those kinds of countries, much like how Americans wouldn't pack up and move to Albania or Canada when looking for better opportunities. They're forced to migrate because of the war in their home country, so seeking out certain nations is perfectly logical. The only real requirement should be following the law, just like me or anyone else. Of course, we have to vet who enters and check for dangerous elements. But labeling someone based on nationality, religion, or culture is insane. If an ISIS member wants to come to Paris and take down a tower, they won't need an immigration visa to pull it off.

There's no rule saying you have to return home if you can live a decent life in another country. I know a few Americans working abroad who haven't been back for years. The only prerequisite is living under the same laws as every other citizen.

ps. John Lennon was onto something wise; we wouldn't have these problems if:

Deeply thought out 🙏 🙏 🙏

Just wasting points here. My buddy Patrick Martin laid it out perfectly ☕

Look, let’s be real: those things you've been chasing for years? They just don't hit the same anymore. The rush is gone.