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Richard Cohen in the Washington Post has argued that democracy for Egypt will be a nightmare*. This is a thesis that deserves to be analysed. What do you think - do you agree with Cohen that the Egyptians aren't ready for democracy? Salon.com has done such an analysis of Cohen's views ... Richard Co...

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I agree - but this is a 'joke explanation' for Americans, not a 'It's all the American's fault'. Mubarak is the bad guy in this (and that he was/is supported by the US is relevant).

I thought it was funny and serious (and above all, factual).

Cheers,
Shafique

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A recent piece on Fox News - an Iowan focus group of Republican caucaus voters (so not expected to be pro-Obama to begin with) discusses Obama. About half categorically state they believe he is Muslim - there's a show of hands and a few of them state their belief so there is no confusion. :roll: For...

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k - you seem to be critical that the explanations in the comic strip aren't comprehensive and show all the nuances of the situation. You're right. It is a comic strip. ;) It does, however, state the reason why the US funds dictators. It doesn't say that other nations don't also support dictators too...

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LOL - I love the hypocrisy. When an blogger alleges that Hamas denies the Holocaust, and it transpires there is no real evidence for this - the resident Islamophobes insist that he is guilty because they believe it to be so (not because they can produce the actual full speech). BUT when two presumab...

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Here's another English comedian - he stole the show at the last Royal Variety Performance (the host was very funny too). Cockney accent, fake posh/french accent and the (new) classic - 'Chicken Children!' -

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJ8-8-nAs5s

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Wow - people power at play!

Fantastic news for the people of Egypt.

Cheers,
Shafique

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It is a bit mean spirited to refuse a gift - but perhaps if they hold out, the JNF will give the Palestinians some of the land they control in the parts of Palestine under Israeli Military Occupation - that would be a real gesture. On the JNF and trees: The JNF has been criticized for planting non-n...

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A nice speech by Obama Mr Obama said Egyptians, who have been protesting in the streets for days and demanding Mr Mubarak step down, had made it clear they wanted nothing less than "genuine democracy". "The people of Egypt have spoken, their voices have been heard," he said. &quo...

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The quote I gave didn't link to a Palestinian objecting to non-indiginous trees, but a Rabbi: The problem is this: "Go Neutral" isn't neutral: many of the forests that Keren Kayemet LeYisrael (KKL-JNF in Israel) has planted are unsustainable single-species plantations, providing little hab...

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The concept of hell in Islam is covered here: http://www.dubaiforums.com/philosophy-dubai/life-after-death-according-islam-t11871.html#p109703 The reward and punishment in Islam on the day of Judgement is in the hands of God - and He decides. There is no teaching, to my knowledge, that a criminal wh...

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Fantastic stuff.. (events leading up to Feb 1):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWQUju5L ... r_embedded

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Cheer up young eh - enjoy the moment and try to over come your feelings of hate for just a few days.. Don't be: http://ihasahotdog.files.wordpress.com/2008/03/funny-dog-pictures-sad-face.jpg http://www.redstaplerchronicles.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/Dont_Worry_Be_Happy.jpg Cheers, Shafique

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Whilst the vast majority of people around the world are happy for the Egyptian people for ousting a corrupt and oppressive dictator - there are obviously a few people that aren't happy. Some of these are those who believed in the myths that are debunked in the following article - notably that Muslim...

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The protesters in Cairo and beyond may raise photographs of Gamal Abdel Nasser, because they see him as a symbol of Arab dignity. But, unlike Nasser, the demonstrators are invoking a sense of pan-Arab nationalism that understands that national liberation cannot go hand-in-hand with the suppression ...

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Thanks TJ - looks like an interesting read (as does the book on Saudi Arabia).

Cheers,
Shafique

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This rang true in respect of those who aren't happy with the situation in Egypt - feel free to use/link where appropriate.

shafique

You're welcome.

Did anyone find who the mysterious uniformed guy was?

Cheers,
Shafique

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Another milestone in China's unstoppable rise back to the top. China overtakes Japan as world's second-biggest economy China has overtaken Japan as the world's second-biggest economy, figures out of Tokyo have shown. Japan's economy was worth $5.474 trillion (£3.414 trillion) at the end of 2010. Chi...

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As Haaretz reports - 'the magic is not over'. I know this news will dismay the nay-sayers who are desperately trying to spin some people holding up posters of Nasser ( :roll: ) - but for the rest of us who put actual news ahead of blogger fantasies.. the news is encouraging. Egypt's thirst for freed...

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I had to share this piece from the Economist - sums up the euphoria very well: Egypt's euphoria Feb 11th 2011, 19:42 by W.W. | IOWA CITY JUBILATION is catching. It is impossible, for me at least, to watch the crowds in Egypt, overjoyed at Hosni Mubarak's hotly-desired resignation, with dry eyes and ...

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So far, so good. The Egyptian people have managed to get rid of a tyrant with less bloodshed than the regime change in Iraq. And indeed, Iraq will be a good comparison of the progress that is made in Egypt. Now, we'll observe what happens and see whether the people will sit by and let the victory wo...

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TJ - good recommendation. I managed to get copies of both Bradley's books - this one and the Saudi one. Made a start to the Egypt book - a fascinating insight into the background - almost finished the first chapter right now. I also skim read the final chapter... 'Egypt after Mubarak' -interesting. ...

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Obama is a Moooslim! Obama is an African! Obama was not born in America! Obama was an illegitimate child Obama is a racist! What’s next?? Obama is gay…!!?? How about 'Obama is a pimp' - according to the 'looniest blogger ever' Pamela Geller: http://www.dubaiforums.com/dubai-politics-talk/loon-expos...

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Given I agree with capital punishment and have covered the religous aspect - if you'll permit me a small diversion... 'prison guard' or perhaps something more sinister.....

Cheers,
Shafiqe

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Rabbi Efrati is quoted in Israeli paper Ynet news that Jews can (and indeed should) pray in mosques when they are available in airports etc - rather than praying in the open, or delaying the prayer. This is not news - previous rabbis have ruled the same way. However, interesting to note that Jews ar...

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This piece from Marwan Bishra looks at the options in Egypt as it transitions from the over throw of the dicatorship to hopefully a democratic and just system of government. As he points out, it's not over yet and it could yet go wrong.. but it is all yet to play for. Apologies, I know it is long - ...

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After Egypt.. Iran? One opposition supporter was killed yesterday in demonstrations in Tehran, and Hilary Clinton is throwing her support behind the protestors - and she has a point, the Iranian people do deserve the same rights as Egyptians.: Clinton expresses US support for Iran protesters Mrs Cli...

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It is against Islamic teachings, Hindu teachings and Sikh teachings. The question is why are you focusing on religion rather than the other common factors shared by the criminals? As per the quote on the first page from the BBC - I've highlighted the common aspect: "People try to blame Muslims,...

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Egypt: Handy guide Americans :)

Democracy will be Nightmare for Egypt

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Iowa Focus Group: Obama is Muslim

Re: Egypt: Handy Guide Americans :)

Re: Two Men Arrested For Insulting Untouchables Via Video Up

Re: Foreign Accent Syndrome

Re: Mubarak Gone..

Re: Zionist Trees

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Re: Zionist Trees

Re: Musa's Killer 2 B Executed Today

Re: Mubarak Gone..

Re: Democracy will be Nightmare for Egypt

Egypt: Clash Civilisations a Myth

Re: A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words

Re: He Predicated It In 2008 With Stunning Accuracy!!

Sour Grapes

Re: Musa's Killer 2 B Executed Today

China overtakes Japan

Re: Mubarak Gone..

Re: Mubarak Gone..

Re: Mubarak Gone..

Re: He predicated it in 2008 with stunning accuracy!!

Re: Iowa Focus Group: Obama is Muslim

Re: Musa's Killer 2 B Executed Today

Jews can pray in Mosques - Not Churches

Re: Mubarak Gone..

Iran protests

Re: Honour Killings Increase In The UK

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