(November 19, 2011 at 10:05 pm)Epimethean Wrote: I think that tends to happen until there is time to reflect on difference, which is as important as similarity. Diversity is necessary, even if it comes in the form of the delusional standing aloof from the cynical
I am all in favour of referencing difference
But only as long as it is done without recourse
to ignorance or prejudice. I totally defend the right
of anyone to believe anything no matter what and also
to criticise anything I believe in. But that can be done in an
atmosphere of basic respect toward my fellow man. There just
is absolutely no justification for hating someone simply because they
happen to possess a different world view to you. I myself respect every
one no matter what their opinion. You only attack the belief not the individual
A MIND IS LIKE A PARACHUTE : IT DOES NOT WORK UNLESS IT IS OPEN