Renton

"Lawyers who have talked to the Marines emphasise the extreme pressure that they were facing that day. The insurgents had mounted a wave of attacks, and the town was one of the most dangerous in Iraq for US troops. Three months earlier insurgents had ambushed and killed six Marine snipers, then released a video showing the mutilated body of a dead servicemen. Later 14 Marines were killed by a bomb near the town." 143105[/snapback] So they killed a two year old in cold blood. 143118[/snapback] Well the way I read that argument is to specifically say that it was not 'cold blood.' Not agreeing or disagreeing with either side, just pointing out what the argument is saying. And Britons do not think that the life of an Indian and an Englishman or an Iraqi and an Englishman are equal. And a Russian doesn't think the life of a Russian and a Mongol's lives are equal--you can say that about anyone. I pretty welll agree with you guys, but your arguments are a load of shite. 143234[/snapback] Fair point Zathras, but I certainly get the feeling there is more prejudice and ignorance shown to the problem in Iraq than there is in Europe. And American soldiers have a well known reputation of being trigger happy. Of course it's wrong to generalise about these things I guess but the whole situation is pissing me off. Not only is the massacre described abhorrent for humanitarian reasons, it is also completely counterproductive to the peace efforts. This is what I fear some Americans (and Brits) fail to comprehend.

People who believe there's a difference need shooting tbh.

Just thought I'd add that I thought GF's response there was particularly cretinous. 143096[/snapback] Basically advocating double standards, let's let these fellas off while were at it. They were probably having a bad day 143098[/snapback] It is double standards and blatent racism to an extent. Clearly the average American does not think the life of an Iraqi and an American are equal, and while that prejudice exists, there can be no peace. Mind, I'm obviously a sandalista.

Just thought I'd add that I thought GF's response there was particularly cretinous.

The battle for hearts and minds. What a joke. The US army cannot be a viable peace-keeping force in Iraq now.

True but how is that relevant? 143063[/snapback] Someone made the point above about Loos being a publicity whore etc, Osborne is no better. For me, it's one odious celeb vs. another. I don't like either of them, but in this situation Loos is doing something for charity (alright, she's probably more interested in the publicity), and Osborne shouldn't be such a spanner about it. 143064[/snapback] Quit whinging you metal minger.

True but how is that relevant?

Aye, fair point like. I think Sharon's a complete twat and a hypocrite par excellence, but in complete fairness to her, I've never seen her wank off a pig. 143057[/snapback] I bet she has though. Can't believe that anyone can really give a fuck about Loos' feelings either.

Ironically Gemmill's shit with numbers too!

I thought he was from Dublin. 142889[/snapback] Yeah, originally, but he now lives in France with his g/f and gadgets? Iirc he once said he was in his forties but somehow I really doubt this...... 142893[/snapback] Sorta makes him surplus to requirements n'est-ce pas? 142897[/snapback] She does all the work too. He'll be out on his ear soon.

You meant "bun threads" there, didnt'cha, didnt'cha!! 142894[/snapback] He's just jealous 'cause he's missed out on all the pun.

I thought he was from Dublin. 142889[/snapback] Yeah, originally, but he now lives in France with his g/f and gadgets? Iirc he once said he was in his forties but somehow I really doubt this......

Does anyone have ant idea on what Dotbum is?

I'd have an egg curry and make my executors suffer.

Every time I hear the word Jamica I'm reminded of the "D'ya make her?" joke. Is mancy really a rasta then? 142875[/snapback] D'yer Mak'er, the reggae tune by Led Zep Re: da Manc: Nah, I've know idea where all this started either. 142878[/snapback] That's disappointing mon.

Why not stick to juice? Incidentally, I love burping.

Is he a buffalo soldier?

Every time I hear the word Jamica I'm reminded of the "D'ya make her?" joke. Is mancy really a rasta then?

That ranks as one of the most insane comments ever made on this board.

(It may have been used before but I don't care) Well Toonraider, I really do think the proof is in the pudding tbh. 142848[/snapback] perhaps the Queen of puddings will tell us? (you know who you are) 142850[/snapback] Everything eventually gets back round to Gemmill. As sure as eggs is eggs. 142852[/snapback] Can I just point out that I have always thought that expression is the daftest one ever. As sure as Greggs is Greggs.

Positively ancient that. And the one I heard substituted Scottish people with Geordies. Must try harder Craig!

This thread is now officially brown bread.

Are you sure you haven't confused me with a paedophile? 142813[/snapback] No, I was referring to your comment about men sliding down greasy poles!

Burger off, I'll make mince meat out of you. 142801[/snapback] I dont know what his fucking beef is tbh. 142802[/snapback] He just thinks he's souperman. 142806[/snapback] He'd better curry up and reply or I'll give him a cauliflower ear.