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Post by PokeTrance on May 23, 2008 2:33:34 GMT 12
The match was very exciting! And as I predicted, Van der Sar played a key role! ManU deserved to win. Great match!
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Post by PokeTrance on May 23, 2008 2:32:10 GMT 12
ALL OF THEM?!! Man, that's good. But, do you have any of the main series episodes on there? Yeah... Don't ask any questions please... Just send me a PM if you need something. The problem is, I don't have an own server or website, so I can't stream them.
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Post by PokeTrance on May 21, 2008 23:46:46 GMT 12
I apoligise if what I said sounds insulting in any way I've just had an English 2h exam when I posted this, and had a bit of stress on my mind. No need to apologise... I know what kind of situation you're in, I understand. (I'm having my final examinations too)Correct. This is called the race-theory I believe. It's a racist theory and I don't support it in any way. The only thing I would like to point out that we can explain why people thought like that. 'White man's burden', white supremacy and that kind of stuff were a result of the industrialisation which gave us (people in the West) a huge advantage over other people and countries. That it's dumb to think that technology gives your race a moral superiour right of existance didn't come to their minds... So your teacher actually thought that Indians were 'untermenschen'? ('lesser people') Point being: I disagree with you that people can't have knowledge about other cultures without being exposed to them. It is more likely that when other cultures are present, the cultures will eventually form a new one. I like the following quote about multiculturalism because of this: 'The Diversity Theorem: Groups of people from anywhere in the world, mixed together in any numbers and proportions whatsoever, will eventually settle down as a harmonious society, appreciating—nay, celebrating!—their differences... which will of course soon disappear entirely.' - John Derbyshire. Yeah, that's true and I can't deny that. But, if I may add, we've seen ghettoforming in Europe too lately. With the best example of all being the riots in France some time ago. I see. I'd like to say though, that multiculturalism is much more then just people having different faiths and believes. I think it's great to see that many religions and people of different believes come together and be happy. But faith is something that belongs in your private sphere. (like you just explained very well) The point where multiculturalism is becoming fault, is when several cultures are trying to change things in society. Then a 'clash of civilisations' will take place, and that's where the British, Dutch or any other culture will be attacked. In Holland, due to political correctness and so called 'socialists', it was encouraged to speak not in the Dutch language, but in the language of the home country. So when Marocs came to work here, rules, agreements and various other stuff were translated into Arabic or Berber. It's giving up a part of your own culture voluntary, in favour of the 'other', in this case Maroccan. Luckely this has now changed, and people are to learn Dutch before they may stay here, but there are still signs of these kind of cultural changes. Example: serving 'halal' food at schools only, because else muslim children aren't able to eat according to their faith. Well yea, these are very nice one-liners and all. But this can't be debated that well. I think lots of people will like these thoughts, the point is where these quotes speak in favour of a political unified Europe. I don't see it, honestly. True. And that's why we should monitor this. Ofcourse we would like people to come here if they can add anything to society, have a job and integrate properly. The only thing that worries alot of people is that those who want an 'honest living' as you describe it, don't do anything against their fellow immigrants. They don't stand up and condemn those people. I'm very sorry to them, but I can understand why 'natives' are beginning to think that a huge part of these people actually accept and tolerate this behaviour.
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Post by PokeTrance on May 21, 2008 22:54:08 GMT 12
Pokemon Chronicles only focuses on Ash's friends while he was in Hoenn, so we know what's going on. It is canon. Ture. And if anyone is interested, I have 'em all on my harddrive.... English dub version. So ask me for details or if you want to have 'em.
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Post by PokeTrance on May 21, 2008 22:51:01 GMT 12
Meh, I didn't win... lol. Congrats to the winners. ;D
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Post by PokeTrance on May 21, 2008 22:49:03 GMT 12
Hi, welcome! ;D
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Post by PokeTrance on May 21, 2008 3:25:33 GMT 12
First of all, I want to say I think it's been an interesting debate so far... Keep it up. Well with that we now have had our house prises soar three fold compared to the two fold in america. Whilst the rest of Europe are closer to other trading markets such as the curently booming China, which can help them get out of this crisis. We remain stranded. We've not gained much favour across the Atlantic, and the countries that we should be close to havn't fully accepted us. But this problem as you name it, isn't from the latest years. The last century, the UK lost most of it's power, both economically and military. (in comparison with before) IMHO the UK is still looking for a new balance between the glorious past and the uncertain future. These problems are for the most part created or passed on by your earlier leaders. That is incorrect. I will refer to wikipedia for this: GlobalisationAs you can read there, globalisation is more than just business expansion. It's present in our daily life on much more occasions, and the new things we can buy in kebab stores and whatever are also part of it. But multiculturalism is something different, although it is true that this is also a side effect that takes place when glabalisation takes place. Globalisation and multiculturalism go hand in hand, actually. I think that point you make here is rather insulting... Please, have a better look on global history... You do know that slavery is something that existed since the early beginning of so called 'civilisation'? So it's a false argument. edit: I want to add that slavery was abolished by all European nations by 1900. Yes, and it's disgusting that we tolerate that. Why import more people while we have that many unemployed within our borders? Most of those unemployed people are drawing social benefits too. We should work on this unemployment problem first, before thinking of something else.Having a personal identity is good, but accepting that there are other cultures that can exist next to our own, is naive. And it shouldn't be a goal too, because you reject your own culture indirectly. I won't take that 'bad' thing. I think it's bad for all of us when getto's are being formed. And I know how hard it is to live in it. Here in Holland, some huge cities 'foreigners' rate is over 50%. When you are walking through such neighbourhoods, tears get into your eyes. Like the Schilderswijk in Den Haag. (used to live there) The only solution to social isolation, which is an effect of gettoforming, is to spread foreigners across the land and 'mix' 'em with 'natives'. That way they'll assimilate and learn how to behave to Dutch people, talk like Dutch people and eventually become a Dutch citizen that can't be distinguished from any other citizen.How is respecting your own culture 'narrowminded'? I think it's narrowminded to think like that... Some people aren't aware anymore of their common history... it's a pity. Multiculturalism destroys everything that makes the UK the UK, Germany Germany etc. If people want to stay here, there should be one rule: 'accept that you're a guest in this country, behave like it'. Like I explained above somewhere. And well, if we gain 'prestige' by destoying our culture... then no. By the way, this prestige you speak of... it's not as if we can't get prestige by any other way. Not to mention if we really need that sort of 'prestige' anyway. Well, it seems we think in completely different ways. I mentioned it earlier in this thread, but one of the things that binds people in a country is culture. And I see you are rejecting yours... It's your choise, but I think it's a pity. The ECSC was founded for that purpose, yes. And now it's called the EU. The difference is the political unity. We were an unified Europe economically, because of the reasons you mentioned. At that time they didn't thought about a political union at all. Because it wasn't necessary. NATO was founded, WEU founded, etc. There was and is no need for a politically unified Europe because of these organisations.
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Post by PokeTrance on May 20, 2008 9:14:26 GMT 12
We can't really make a one europe thread cause there won't be many people to discuss it. Seeing as we seem to be the only ones talking about it for now. I think you're right.You've just summed up some of the things why 'Europe' isn't popular amongst most people throughout Europe. It's mainly the 'elite' that want this to happen. Together with 'big business', politicians and elites are the ones profiting directly from a politically unified Europe. It is them who are, as you said, forcing the common people to 'accept' that a political unified Europe is inevitable. On a sidenote: this may be one of the reasons for the upcoming nationalism from the latest years too. Further, the reason why Europe is that much enforced by politicians is different for each party/ideology. Take liberals for example. The only reason they want an unified Europe is because of the cheap labour in Eastern Europe, and yes it is a noble goal to want the Poles, Hungarians, Romanians and what else become more wealthy, but I think it's a bit naive to think that's one of the reasons for letting them join the EU. (as I said before, cheap labour) Politicians should do the best for their own people first, what big business wants is usually only good for them and their shareholders. The new constitution which is most likely to be at force within a few months (when Ireland accepts it) speaks of one constitution(well, it's renamed, but basically the same), one flag, one anthem etc. These are all signs of trying to create 'Europeans' from all of us. But it's, when looking on our common history, likely that this attempt will fail. There is no such thing that binds us 'Europeans'. Several countries have tried to unify Europe. Do I need to mention them? Really, you should feel lucky. Clearly, the only reason for you to support the EU is for economical benefit? Isn't that a bit selfish? Then again: why do we need a political unified Europe? Well, the UK may be a different case because of the Commonwealth you mentioned. Coming to the point: why is it that the only argument for multiculturalism is more variety in the kitchen? I rather think that's the effect of globalisation. Multiculture is, in my opinion, the huge amount of Pakistanis, Marocs, Turks and what you can mention who import their culture into our countries. That's the one thing I think is a failure, people who come here for work and a better future are welcome, but accept that you are to live in a Western country, with it's liberal ideas (like freedom of speech, equalty of men and women etc.) and respect our culture. If I were to live in, let's say Algeria, I would accept that my wife won't be able to be treated equally as me, that I can't find a Church or be able to buy an 18+ magazine... Well, we agree on those social costs then. There are various other costs too. political refugees need a place to stay, fraud with marriages arranged in their home countries, and more stuff like that.
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Post by PokeTrance on May 20, 2008 8:00:58 GMT 12
Alternate Universe. That means it can't be in the "Pokemon Universe". (I believe that is what AU stands for, I could be wrong. If it is someone tell me and I will change it.) Meh. No Pokemon allowed... But I already promised to join this contest, it's fine with me.
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Post by PokeTrance on May 20, 2008 7:56:59 GMT 12
Hey, I like this... It is about time I'd write something myself you know... >.> So expect something outta ma brainzzz.... But a question: What's AU??
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Post by PokeTrance on May 20, 2008 7:54:59 GMT 12
Well, I like the idea and sure I would support it... but this needs quite some coordination and dedication.... It'll cost a lot of spare time from the people who will lead this project... post on all those forums, keep up with everything going on there etc... Ofcourse I'd like to help, after all my tests are done.... And that's in two weeks. I'll keep an eye out for this thread though.
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Post by PokeTrance on May 20, 2008 7:24:00 GMT 12
Arrival/depart subforum? Nevertheless.... welcome!
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Post by PokeTrance on May 20, 2008 7:21:43 GMT 12
May seemed like she didn't want to leave Ash. I think that could be considered a hint. Agreed. (no blush though )
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Post by PokeTrance on May 20, 2008 7:18:06 GMT 12
I don't have a cellphone
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Post by PokeTrance on May 20, 2008 7:15:40 GMT 12
Oh... I hadn't seen this one. Well, if anyone is interested in it, I'm 18 years old. Now that's fun eh? ;D
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