03-02-2017, 12:15 AM
(03-01-2017, 11:26 PM)Dill Wrote: Sounds like some people out there have decided to fight racism and fascism.
And I may be part of the problem, or some problem, which apparently is not racism, fascism and violence against Muslims, immigrants, and LGBT.
Truly sad.
When you decide to fight words with violence, yes, you are part of the problem. If your ideas cannot be articulated into words sufficient to win over the people then you only have yourself to blame.
Quote:But my post was an answer to a question about hate speech. Here is an example of BAMN hate speech I found, after your prompting.
BAMN is committed to making real America’s founding declaration that “all men are created equal.” Real equality of rights and opportunities for women and for disadvantaged black, Latina/o, Native American, Asian Pacific American, Arab American, and other minorities requires active, positive measures, a national policy of affirmative action. American society can overcome its fundamental inequalities only if positive measures are taken to transform it into what it should be.
I assume the leaders of BAMN are saying this. I couldn't find any quote from a BAMN or ANTFA leader confirming that the last 8months have been replete with left wing violence.
That's a great statement. Too bad they followed it up with vandalism and violence and then claimed that both were justified. I suppose the name of the group, "By any means necessary" shouldn't cause any concern hmm? I suppose, though, by your question you're more concerned with words than actions?
Quote:Would a t-shirt saying "f**K Fascism" be hate speech or hate hate speech?
I think that would be entirely dependent on the words and deeds of the wearer. Sadly the word fascism is grossly misused by a bunch of simpletons who conflate it with political views they don't share.
Quote:Why isn't the Southern Poverty Law Center monitoring groups that fight for civil rights as well as those who fight against them?
You mean why aren't they monitoring groups engaged in organized violence? I don't know, maybe direct your question towards them?
