How is Imam Mohamad Tawhidi perceived in Australia? Is he a genuine Islam reformer?

Tabithakitten comments on Apr 22, 2019:

I adore him, I wonder how Australia thinks about him too, wow, lots of fun things written here .. yeah for free speech. I love this site.

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Hi. Yes, I'm waiting for Aussies to wake up; it's about 5 am over there). LOL!

Yellow Vest in Paris, Extinction Rebellion in London, etc.

Crikey comments on Apr 22, 2019:

First definition of "direct action" I pulled up was "the use of strikes, demonstrations, and other forms of public protest rather than negotiation to achieve one's demands". I'll assume that is the definition you are working from. Plenty of examples. Independence movements in places like India, ...

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Yes, your assumption is correct, re: the definition of "direct action". I shall make that clear in my post now. Thank you.

How is Imam Mohamad Tawhidi perceived in Australia? Is he a genuine Islam reformer?

RobBlair comments on Apr 22, 2019:

"This is the greatest thing! You go first."

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Nice one!

Poverty! What is it?

Rushie comments on Apr 22, 2019:

You don't lack compassion, you just lack mature wisdom. Even though "poverty" and "poor" derive from the same root word, "pauper," poverty is not simply being poor, which is simply a lack of money and ready resources. Many people have very little money, but have very little need of money. Those ...

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

Hello. Thank you for your input. I'm not sure what you mean by I lack "mature wisdom" - I can't even start defining it... Apart from that, I think what you're trying to explain is that what we call poverty in the modern world is "relative poverty", and I agree with that.

We don't need your Western values.

MaskedRiderChris comments on Apr 21, 2019:

I'd like to start by admitting that I don't take Black Pigeon terribly seriously; I've watched a bunch of his videos and it's all the same doomsday "This is happening and we are all doomed because we cannot stop this," theme that I grew weary of quickly. With that having been said... I agree that...

Naomi replies on Apr 22, 2019:

No worries. I'm not an intellectual as such myself, plus, English is not my first language, so I can't convey my thoughts as eloquently as many native English speaking people. Mind you, I must admit, I prefer honest and sincere opinions from ordinary people rather than those in the ivory tower. :P I must admit that I have reservations about talking about socialism and communism as if the were synonyms of each other, but I have to agree that so far, capitalism is the best option we have although it is not perfect. I'm sure we'll meet again somewhere on this platform, so to speak. Until then, take care (ogenkide).

We don't need your Western values.

MaskedRiderChris comments on Apr 21, 2019:

I'd like to start by admitting that I don't take Black Pigeon terribly seriously; I've watched a bunch of his videos and it's all the same doomsday "This is happening and we are all doomed because we cannot stop this," theme that I grew weary of quickly. With that having been said... I agree that...

Naomi replies on Apr 21, 2019:

Thank you very much for your well thought out comment. Yes, I agree that "wa" is a very important element that has always kept the Japanese united and kept things in order. In that regard, although Japan is capitalist economically, I think there may be a socialistic element to the Japanese way of thinking. Have a great time in Japan this summer! (By the way, I love your profile photo!)

So, Emma Thompson FLEW over to London from LA to join the climate-change protest and says she ...

MADcHATTER comments on Apr 21, 2019:

Zero CO2 Emissions...so when did she give up exhaling?

Naomi replies on Apr 21, 2019:

Do you think she is suggesting that we should all go back to the stone age?

Alt-right and far-left are two sides of the same coin.

Ruthie comments on Apr 20, 2019:

Alt right fake??

Naomi replies on Apr 21, 2019:

Hello. Would you care to explain why you think that?

So, Emma Thompson FLEW over to London from LA to join the climate-change protest and says she ...

Organicplum comments on Apr 20, 2019:

I like Emma but feel she could direct the focus on cleaning up the oceans, planes are not going to stop flying, we can reduce how much energy we personally use for sure, and maybe a high level figure like her can make an influence in UK, but USA is another matter

Naomi replies on Apr 21, 2019:

Hello. I totally agree. I like her as an actress, but arty-type people are often delusional, I think. Affluent middle-classes/elites have no idea many of us have to go to work, earn money and put food on the table for the family. They're so self-righteous, thinking it's OK to disrupt transports and vandalise properties. While they care about the climate, I presume they also care about the environment. It would make much better sense if they started picking up litter instead of picking up placards. Thanks for your input.

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Farmergramma comments on Apr 14, 2019:

We are surrounded. Most of my family members are either SJW = Disagree and you are scum. They no longer talk to me at all. Or they are hard core Leftist = " the government should be like a good parent". Not kidding. That is a direct quote. The grocery store I like is very left. I would not dare wear...

Naomi replies on Apr 21, 2019:

It's the mindset that is impossible to deprogramme, isn't it? I thought it was amusing when I saw one SJW saying on YouTube that she would be happy to have a debate provided that everyone would agree with her, but it's no laughing matter when you have an SJW in your own family... Thank you very much for your insightful input. Warmest wishes X

Who loves Judge Judy? I do!

Phrankhs comments on Apr 20, 2019:

Her sarcasm is EPIC My mother was from Boston and schooled me in the fine art of sarcasm

Naomi replies on Apr 20, 2019:

Yes! "Do I look like I need your help?" "Pretty face, dumb forever." "On my worst day, I'm still smarter than you are on your best day." and so on. LOL

My ex-Muslim friend just published this article in Medium.

Naomi comments on Apr 19, 2019:

Hello. Thank you very much for sharing this article. I am always reluctant to talk of Muslims as collective. The media never make a clear distinction between Mecca Muslims (moderate Muslims) and Medina Muslims (radical/extreme Muslims), nor do they clarify the difference between Islam and Islamism. ...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

I recently read an article about a group of apparently progressive students trying to silence Camille Paglia, a professor at UArts, who is a long-time feminist and campaigner for gay rights. This is an absurd example of the left eating itself, similar to Muslims eating themselves. Very disheartening.

As this community is discussing what types of speech may or may not be acceptable, with respect to ...

Naomi comments on Apr 18, 2019:

Hello. I realise that different people have different definitions of free speech. If the definition of free speech is simply "say whatever you like, including cursing and name-calling", then I can't go along with that because courtesy matters to me. If anyone has a valid argument and manages to get ...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

By the way, it's nice to hear from someone local-ish - finally! :D

As this community is discussing what types of speech may or may not be acceptable, with respect to ...

Naomi comments on Apr 18, 2019:

Hello. I realise that different people have different definitions of free speech. If the definition of free speech is simply "say whatever you like, including cursing and name-calling", then I can't go along with that because courtesy matters to me. If anyone has a valid argument and manages to get ...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

I take your question rhetorical, sir. That's my very point; "different people have different definitions of free speech", and what you present is you definition of free speech.

Two religions can coexist. Syncretic culture is possible. [youtube.com]

R_D_Russell comments on Apr 19, 2019:

You can respect everyone by virtue of their humanity. That doesn't mean you have to equivocate all ideas and or beliefs. There is a big difference between being a Amish fundamentalist and being Sharia Fundamentalist, or being a Witch Doctor in the Congo- who steal infants from unsuspecting mothers...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

I think one has to understand that Hindutva Farah Naqvi talks of in the video is an extreme political ideology which is inspired by Nazi ideology. One also has to understand that Islamism is an extreme political ideology. Therefore, there is a huge conflict between Hindutva and Islamism in India. It is powerful when Naqvi says "God Allar (Muslim god), please give my brother a son like Lord Krishua (Hindu god)." then she continues to explain how Hindu and Muslim cultures are fused together through everyday life. So she is actually criticising both politically-motivated ideologies and how ideologues are dividing ordinary people in India, Muslims and Hindus alike. You talk of the virtue of humanity, and if it means "a virtue that without which you cease to be human”, I don't think two just ordinary human-beings can be too different from one another. (I'm not delusional!)

Two religions can coexist. Syncretic culture is possible. [youtube.com]

R_D_Russell comments on Apr 19, 2019:

You can respect everyone by virtue of their humanity. That doesn't mean you have to equivocate all ideas and or beliefs. There is a big difference between being a Amish fundamentalist and being Sharia Fundamentalist, or being a Witch Doctor in the Congo- who steal infants from unsuspecting mothers...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

I once watched a documentary about the Amish, where an Amish father took his two small children to a local McDonald's. That was cheating! LOL You might say the father was being hypocritical, but I thought it was kind of OK to cherry-pick good bits of the modern world, especially for his children's sake (I'm soft, I know). Also, there are gay Muslims, in the UK for example. I don't know how they justify themselves, but while they live by the Quran, they remain gay. That's cheating, too!

Two religions can coexist. Syncretic culture is possible. [youtube.com]

DrN1 comments on Apr 19, 2019:

India is a most incredible and inspiring place, there is nowhere else on this Earth quite like it, you will find all of humanity and civilization there, good and bad.

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

Sounds like you've been there before? I have. And I totally agree with you.

Two religions can coexist. Syncretic culture is possible. [youtube.com]

R_D_Russell comments on Apr 19, 2019:

You can respect everyone by virtue of their humanity. That doesn't mean you have to equivocate all ideas and or beliefs. There is a big difference between being a Amish fundamentalist and being Sharia Fundamentalist, or being a Witch Doctor in the Congo- who steal infants from unsuspecting mothers...

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

Hello. I'm not sure if we could argue by comparing two types of extremism and referring to an extreme example without any context. Still, thank your for your input.

Avi Yemini DEPORTED, Came To Appear on Dave Rubin And Crowder

RobBlair comments on Apr 12, 2019:

I'll give it a week for a possible defense. Then we'll start the interrogation of our officials. This is not the UK. Political hits are not OK in the states.

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

Tut-tut.

Protect Professor Camille Paglia From Political Persecution. Please sign. [chng.it]

Clammypollack comments on Apr 18, 2019:

I support her but this is an example of the inevitable phenomenon of the left eating the left.

Naomi replies on Apr 19, 2019:

Hello. You're absolutely right. Hence reactionaries posing as progressive. Sheer stupidity.

This is how delusional climate change activists are. Julia reveals it all. [youtube.com]

tigercake comments on Apr 18, 2019:

Wow. Wonderful interview. Is she always like that?

Naomi replies on Apr 18, 2019:

Yes.

This is how delusional climate change activists are. Julia reveals it all. [youtube.com]

Penrodster comments on Apr 18, 2019:

Over rude but considering how the guest was avoiding questions not sure how to go forward any other way.

Naomi replies on Apr 18, 2019:

Julia Hartley-Brewer is known for not mincing her words. But, yes, I agree, she comes on too strong sometimes. I don't always agree with what she says, but on this occasion, she is right. Even if I support climate-change activists (which I don't), I can't possibly approve of the way they have been behaving lately, i.e., vandalising public/private properties, disrupting transport systems, etc. In my opinion, there's nothing democratic about their behaviour.

Happy Easter from England! I grew up in a secular environment, still, I hope you don't mind my ...

cRaZyTMG comments on Apr 18, 2019:

You can appreciate any culture you like as long as long as it's not white christian. Wait what? So, Are you doing the whole chocolate bunny - hide the egg thing? or are you experiencing the religious rise from the dead - save all humanity thing? Bet there is boiled ham in your future...

Naomi replies on Apr 18, 2019:

I'm doing all of those things you mention! I'm buying six huge chocolate Easter eggs!

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

ShawnSuarez comments on Apr 15, 2019:

Ive met 2 in real life.. I had a few convos but they never went far.

Naomi replies on Apr 18, 2019:

Yes, I believe that what I don't know is often found in different/opposite views from mine. That's how I can learn more. In SJWs' case, what they "believe" is everything. When their arguments are groundless, you can't go much far and end up in being shouted at instead. LOL

Food for thought - a story that landed on me recently: Yesterday after shopping in our local ...

acadian comments on Apr 17, 2019:

Yeah, in the pre-green days of the 1950s-1970s my family didn't have a TV, radio, phone, fridge, electric stove, washer, dryer, toaster, central heating, bathroom, etc. Our carbon footprint was very small for 11 people but I wouldn't want to go back to those days! But to illustrate how stupid we...

Naomi replies on Apr 18, 2019:

I've had a similar experience - a huge box. a tiny item and loads of packing material. I think manufacturers and distributors have to make as much, if not more, effort, as we do as individuals.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

BrunosDad comments on Apr 17, 2019:

I have two Muslim employees. They have been very open to discussing religion and we are able to do so without ever getting judgmental either way. It always works as a fact finding mission, English is not their strong suit. It does however get somewhat complicated because the owners of our ...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

That very aspect of Islam truly exists. It was some time ago, there was a good Muslim in England. He ran a small shop and was very popular among the locals. One day, he posted a photo on FB of himself smiling with a local "white" customer. A few days later, another Muslim (extremist) travelled miles and miles to get to him and he was killed. I believe that moderate/peaceful Muslims are really afraid of and suffer from this brutal part of the teaching of Islam.

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Naomi comments on Apr 16, 2019:

How do you guys keep your sanity and norms?

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

"Not for 20 years" - Wow, that's an achievement! What we don't know is often found in opposite opinions. I think it's good to stay open-minded.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

BrunosDad comments on Apr 17, 2019:

I have two Muslim employees. They have been very open to discussing religion and we are able to do so without ever getting judgmental either way. It always works as a fact finding mission, English is not their strong suit. It does however get somewhat complicated because the owners of our ...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

You're fortunate to have such personal experience! I also think that it is a learnt skill to interact with others while acknowledging each other's differences. We should all learn such a skill so that we can integrate better. (I know it's easy said than done, but still...)

Somebody ought to do something... but not me!

Tarkus60 comments on Apr 17, 2019:

It's all to easy for people to sit and complain and play victim, with out ever getting off they're backsides to do anything to change whatever it is they complain about, especially they're own lives. I've put some years into the political arena, wanting to improve my town/city/state/country, ...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

I hear you. It doesn't even have to be a huge, remarkable thing - like people getting together to pick up litter on their streets, that sort of things make a good start. While we insist so much on individual liberty and choice nowadays, maybe we've forgotten the importance of togetherness, sharing, that kind of things...

Food for thought - a story that landed on me recently: Yesterday after shopping in our local ...

Phrankhs comments on Apr 17, 2019:

And they wonder why we give them "The Look" when they are sprewing forth their superior... Ignorance

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

Yes, "THE LOOK"!

Agree with: This is what stupid looks like!

iThink comments on Apr 16, 2019:

someone should hold her down and cut off her labia then stuff her ugly head into a hijab and then stone her within an inch of her life...THEN could claim to be Muslima.

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

I know what FGM is and I get your point. It's just the wording you chose to use to make your point... It's unfortunate. I don't know anything about you, but I can't imagine you would talk the same way to anyone on the street.

Food for thought - a story that landed on me recently: Yesterday after shopping in our local ...

chuckpo comments on Apr 17, 2019:

Good points. I'm older and hadn't really thought about it that way.

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

Hi. Glad you enjoyed reading it.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

CodeNameZebra comments on Apr 16, 2019:

I have met an interesting group of Muslims. It's honestly hard to pinpoint what the general take away from them is. Some I have met are pretty culturally similar to the modern Christian. I've have met some who are borderline aggressive , and some that are friendly and polite. Generally the...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

In Britain, there are many British-born Muslims. Many of them just happened to be born into Muslim families and never bother reading the Koran. lol They're called cultural Muslims. Many others are moderate/peaceful Muslims and I believe that they're the ones who are constantly in a dilemma because while they live by the Koran, they also much appreciate the British way of life, i.e., they want to integrate but they feel limitation. I think the modernisation of Islam will be good for them.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

sweepercda comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Any one here who says by talking to a Muslim you can tell if they are good or bad have not been listening to what they are telling everyone. If you are helping or even funding or harboring a extremist or buying from companies who are funding them then you are no better than the extremist who are ...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

How have you reached that conclusion, I wonder...? Have you had some bad personal experience with Muslims? I'm just curious.

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Username69 comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Yep. I have started to be more overt about my politics at work and people shut their mouths pretty quick when they realize that’s not everyone is a msnbc drone.

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

Keep up with the good work! All the best.

Agree with: This is what stupid looks like!

iThink comments on Apr 16, 2019:

someone should hold her down and cut off her labia then stuff her ugly head into a hijab and then stone her within an inch of her life...THEN could claim to be Muslima.

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

"Cut off her labia"... crude...

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Username69 comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Yep. I have started to be more overt about my politics at work and people shut their mouths pretty quick when they realize that’s not everyone is a msnbc drone.

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

Hi. That's not a bad idea, provided that you stay civil and peaceful. If you have a valid opinion, say it, and never apologise for it, right?

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Naomi comments on Apr 16, 2019:

How do you guys keep your sanity and norms?

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

Retro TV shows - a good antidote.

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Naomi comments on Apr 16, 2019:

How do you guys keep your sanity and norms?

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

I wish I could deprogramme them...

On a scale of 1 to 5, how disappointed will you be if it turns out that the Notre Dame fire wasn't ...

Naomi comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Hi. To be honest, I don't feel very comfortable with the question. I think it buys into the narrative of MSM. Sorry...

Naomi replies on Apr 17, 2019:

I think the word "disappoint" is troubling me; it means "fail to fulfil the hopes or expectations of". To me, it is wrong to assume that any one will be "disappointed" if the disaster wasn't caused by terrorists.

On a scale of 1 to 5, how disappointed will you be if it turns out that the Notre Dame fire wasn't ...

Naomi comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Hi. To be honest, I don't feel very comfortable with the question. I think it buys into the narrative of MSM. Sorry...

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Because people have already started speculating, talking about conspiracies, politicizing the disaster, and so on, and I don't think this kind of question helps. I'm gonna do the right thing and wait until all the facts come out and are confirmed.

Dancing Queen at the Bus Stop [youtube.com]

MarPep comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Hundred-fifty pounds ago, she might have been cute.

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

I think she's still a good dancer.

Dancing Queen at the Bus Stop [youtube.com]

AZWoman comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Video unavailable?

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Click on the arrow at the bottom and search for Dancing Queen at the Bus Stop.

Just sick to death with leftist agendas crammed down our throats, political correctness, and the ...

Naomi comments on Apr 16, 2019:

How do you guys keep your sanity and norms?

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Very wise.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

tigercake comments on Apr 16, 2019:

I have muslim friends. Like them very much.

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

True!

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

FrankZeleniuk comments on Apr 16, 2019:

My landlord is a muslim. It's nice to know some general things about their culture. The status of women is one. They speak differently to my wife than to myself. Actually, we deal mostly with the landlord's wife. She is definitely more curt and direct with my wife and not quite as open to myself. ...

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Interesting! Thank you!

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

AZWoman comments on Apr 16, 2019:

I know several former MUSLIMS who lived under the ISLAM law of SHARIA their entire lives. Until they actually met and knew someone from America did the lies they were told about us dissolve. Islam is NOT A religion. It is a geo political system bent on world domination. If you have ever read the ...

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

After Muhammad reached Medina, he became a warlord and his words became much more political - Hadith - roughly speaking. Islam is indeed a religion of political ideology. There are individuals and groups that are trying to reform and modernise Islam, including removing Hadith and modifying Sunnah. I hope they will succeed in the near future.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

govols comments on Apr 16, 2019:

I don't think I know any Muslims, and I don't really talk about Muslims. Islam, though, is a political system every bit as much as it is a religion. Faith is individual in nature; religions are organizational.

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Point taken. The distinction between moderate/peaceful Muslims and Islamists/radical Muslims is often deliberately blurred by those who have political agendas. We can't be too careful.

Eat and drink what you like. Speaking English is apparently what kills you. [jasongoroncy.com]

RemiDallaire comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Lucky me ... I speak french and russian too... all white people language... I need to start to learn German now. Or maybe I will die before ?? LOL

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Oops...

Eat and drink what you like. Speaking English is apparently what kills you. [jasongoroncy.com]

RemiDallaire comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Lucky me ... I speak french and russian too... all white people language... I need to start to learn German now. Or maybe I will die before ?? LOL

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Now I know why you want to learn foreign languages!

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

tigercake comments on Apr 16, 2019:

I have muslim friends. Like them very much.

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Couldn't agree more, sir.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

KebblerFox comments on Apr 16, 2019:

I would probably go with personal experience over any media. Sure there are bad ones and sure the good ones need to stop being afraid and speak out and reclaim this ... thing, but ultimately, I have great Muslim friends.

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

I've had pleasure in encountering Muslims who are good people. Like you say, it all comes down to individual quality.

Imaginary Muslims: Part 3.

tigercake comments on Apr 16, 2019:

I have muslim friends. Like them very much.

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

So, you're not one of those who are made by the media to think all Muslims are bad, then?

Eat and drink what you like. Speaking English is apparently what kills you. [jasongoroncy.com]

jondspen comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Funny...but you know someone will read this and take it as fact.

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Oops...

Eat and drink what you like. Speaking English is apparently what kills you. [jasongoroncy.com]

RemiDallaire comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Lucky me ... I speak french and russian too... all white people language... I need to start to learn German now. Or maybe I will die before ?? LOL

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Show-off! LOL

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Crikey comments on Apr 15, 2019:

I was just thinking real hard and I can't think of anyone I know or have met recently who is more concerned with social justice than I am. I often discuss social justice issues with my kids and they are developing the same attitudes that I have. I am a fairly old guy as well, mid fifties. I...

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

You're right. Words like SJW, alt-right, fascist, etc. are thrown at people to insult them. I think we're all affected by the media and propaganda and most of all by identity politics. We keep dividing ourselves by identities like left or right, black or white, male or female, etc., etc. We keep sleepwalking into the narrative of identity politics. Even those who confidently say that they're not affected are, in my opinion, still affected - they are not aware of it or they don't want to admit it, I don't know. I define SJWs as those who are the modern version of "useful idiots", as Lenin put it; they don't realise that they have been indoctrinated. I refer SJWs to those who repeatedly and vehemently engage in groundless arguments. I don't have time for that. In my opinion, whether they're left-leaning or right-leaning, as long as they can hold valid arguments, then that's worth listening to. What we don't know is often found in opposite views, I think. Mind you, there are some SJW-type people on the right as well. Not so long time ago, I experienced right here that as soon as I mentioned Karl Marx, I was under attack. All I wanted to talk about was one of his quotes, but his name was so taboo that some couldn't keep their cool. A little close-minded, I thought... Can you think of a good word for SJW-type right-wingers? LOL

Eat and drink what you like. Speaking English is apparently what kills you. [jasongoroncy.com]

RemiDallaire comments on Apr 16, 2019:

Lucky me ... I speak french and russian too... all white people language... I need to start to learn German now. Or maybe I will die before ?? LOL

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Wow, that's amazing! I have an Italian friend who speaks several languages including Japanese.

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Crikey comments on Apr 15, 2019:

I was just thinking real hard and I can't think of anyone I know or have met recently who is more concerned with social justice than I am. I often discuss social justice issues with my kids and they are developing the same attitudes that I have. I am a fairly old guy as well, mid fifties. I...

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

By the way, I don't think that you and your children are SJWs, i.e. radical ideologues. :)

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Farmergramma comments on Apr 14, 2019:

We are surrounded. Most of my family members are either SJW = Disagree and you are scum. They no longer talk to me at all. Or they are hard core Leftist = " the government should be like a good parent". Not kidding. That is a direct quote. The grocery store I like is very left. I would not dare wear...

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Wow, that sounds really bad! Do you have any tips on how to keep sanity and norms in such a circumstance?

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Crikey comments on Apr 15, 2019:

I was just thinking real hard and I can't think of anyone I know or have met recently who is more concerned with social justice than I am. I often discuss social justice issues with my kids and they are developing the same attitudes that I have. I am a fairly old guy as well, mid fifties. I...

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Hello. That's a good point, sir. You might be interested in watching this video. I believe that there is a difference between the "real definition" of social justice and the "SJW version" of social justice. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQNaT52QYYA

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

ShawnSuarez comments on Apr 15, 2019:

Ive met 2 in real life.. I had a few convos but they never went far.

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Hi. Exactly. I am yet to meet one for real, but from what I see on YouTube, etc., they're so emotionally involved that they can't engage in a decent conversation. It was amusing when I heard one SJW said "I'm happy to have a debate with you provided that you agree with me."

Imaginary far-rightists: Part 2.

dezminator comments on Apr 15, 2019:

According to the press I'm far right if that means anything.

Naomi replies on Apr 16, 2019:

Well, if you mean Hillary Rodham Clinton, dezminator doesn't live in America, nor do I, so, HRC perhaps doesn't count...

Imaginary far-rightists: Part 2.

dezminator comments on Apr 15, 2019:

According to the press I'm far right if that means anything.

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

Hi. That's interesting. What is the definition of far-right by the press?

Imaginary far-rightists: Part 2.

Guido_Provolone comments on Apr 15, 2019:

Yes. In my family as well... in fewer numbers of course. I deal with those Fuckwits as the Leftist Liberal Socialist ones.

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

What kind of family have you got?! LOL

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Farmergramma comments on Apr 14, 2019:

We are surrounded. Most of my family members are either SJW = Disagree and you are scum. They no longer talk to me at all. Or they are hard core Leftist = " the government should be like a good parent". Not kidding. That is a direct quote. The grocery store I like is very left. I would not dare wear...

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

@Farmergramma "Oversensitive" - Ah, that's the typical mindset, isn't it? I've been wondering for a long time if there is a way to undo that...

MACRON THE PYROMANIAC FIRE FIGHTER AND THE YELLOW VEST PROTESTS ENTER ACT 22!! SPREADS TO UK!! - ...

Naomi comments on Apr 15, 2019:

Do you know exactly what the Yellow Vest are trying to achieve by week after week protests? I understand their anger, I understand what has driven them into the situation, and I know they want Macron out. Say Macron resigns eventually, but then, what are they suggesting should happen next? Please ...

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

Thanks for the reply. As much as I sympathise with the Yellow Vest, it's a shame that they seem to lack leadership. It's high time either side invited the other to sit down and get to the nitty-gritty, otherwise it is a dead end, not to mention they're not doing any favour for the businesses or tourism in Paris, wouldn't you agree?

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

SpearCypher comments on Apr 15, 2019:

I too, work as a farm hand. gotta say, some are non toxic, some are toxic, but everyone there leans left in a big way. maybe i should work on making my escape while i still got my sack (o taters) but honestly, i do believe in the work as being necessary for survival in the future. its a damn shame ...

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

Hi. "Assholes are always strategically placed right?" You're right - "Useful idiots", as Lenin called them. lol

We don't need your Western values.

DanMartinovich comments on Apr 15, 2019:

I wouldn't call what the Democrat party believes and does, "Western Culture." Nor would I call Western Culture that which was handed down from the ancient Greek and Roman worlds, Western Culture. Although I know many would. I would call Western Culture the result of the influence of Biblical ...

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

Wow, that's insightful. Thank you!

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

MikeyCampbell comments on Apr 15, 2019:

I have sisters who are SJWs. Their FB posts are filled with outrage and critique about this that and the other. And I whine about feminism, mens issues and the encroaching tsunami of socialist dogma. And when we come together we laugh and hug and tease eachother about our polar opposite views. I ...

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

HI. Thanks for your input. I couldn't agree more! Perhaps, many people lost or never learned the ability to separate between reality and its virtual counterpart...? People certainly behave differently when they have masks they can hide behind. I also agree that thoughts are fluid, and we are allowed to change our minds as the circumstances, etc., change. It's nice to have a belief, principle, etc. you can stand for, but I think that beliefs, principles, that kind of things can both "bind" and "blind" people (Jonathan Haidt said something like that). Best wishes to you and your sisters.

The "level" system on IDW is broken - change my mind: [slug.

jondspen comments on Apr 14, 2019:

What is the intended purpose of having "levels" on a free speech forum? There are many reasons. ( 1 ) to reward people who participate on the site ( 2 ) to keep content and comments relevant (somewhat thwart trolling by new bot accounts). Do we need "levels" in order to participate in free ...

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

Well, it's a little too much for my brain to handle, but one day your idea might be realised, so good luck. I also heard that Agnostic, com is very left-leaning. I don't mind that so much but, I also heard that some words thrown around on that platform are contemptuous and disrespectful...

The "level" system on IDW is broken - change my mind: [slug.

jondspen comments on Apr 14, 2019:

What is the intended purpose of having "levels" on a free speech forum? There are many reasons. ( 1 ) to reward people who participate on the site ( 2 ) to keep content and comments relevant (somewhat thwart trolling by new bot accounts). Do we need "levels" in order to participate in free ...

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

"I would rather the block option work in a different way (I can still see their posts, so I can still report them for violations)" Hey, that's not a bad idea! And although I'm not an expert, that sounds feasible, no?

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

ShawnHolster comments on Apr 15, 2019:

I worked in an art museum. It was institutionalized. Very real, took time out of the work day to lecture on it's importance.

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

Ah, "inclusiveness" - one of those emotive words! There is nothing wrong with the actual meaning of "inclusiveness", but when it is used for political purposes... along with other words such as hate, diversity, etc. Sorry that you had to quit, sir.

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

chuckpo comments on Apr 14, 2019:

Oh yeah. I exist in the heart of social justice country. Let me just say, those 'safe spaces' aren't safe for everyone. Unfortunately.

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

I believe that's the right attitude. Sir Roger Scruton, a British philosopher, says the best way to fight against political correctness, identity politics, etc. is to say whatever you wish to say (free speech) civilly and peacefully but never apologise. lol

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

ShawnHolster comments on Apr 15, 2019:

I worked in an art museum. It was institutionalized. Very real, took time out of the work day to lecture on it's importance.

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

Hello. Thank you for your input. I think it is a general notion that artists and the like are left-leaning. When you say the museum was "institutionalised", do you mean there was indoctrination going on there? If so, that's terrible.

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Just1Breath comments on Apr 14, 2019:

We've got one kid who walks that SJW line and crosses it in regard to "rape culture". I wish she were still young enough for me to kick her butt.

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

Hello! Finally, someone from Europe! Do you have any SJWs who are close to you? My definition of SJW is someone who thinks they're fighting for social justice, but are often unable to present valid arguments and therefore fail to engage debates properly and end up in behaving despicably.

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

MADcHATTER comments on Apr 14, 2019:

Had my first run-in with a mentally challenged, gender confused, social justice warrior in Murfreesboro Tennessee about a year ago. I was at a Marathon Gas station to grab a pack of smokes and a lighter. This young heavyset girl (yes I called her a girl...I'll allude to why shortly) with green and ...

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

Way to go! I so wish I had been there to witness all that! My hat off to you, sir!

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

chuckpo comments on Apr 14, 2019:

Oh yeah. I exist in the heart of social justice country. Let me just say, those 'safe spaces' aren't safe for everyone. Unfortunately.

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

Hi. Sounds like you've got some SJWs in your neighbourhood, family, etc., yes?

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Farmergramma comments on Apr 14, 2019:

We are surrounded. Most of my family members are either SJW = Disagree and you are scum. They no longer talk to me at all. Or they are hard core Leftist = " the government should be like a good parent". Not kidding. That is a direct quote. The grocery store I like is very left. I would not dare wear...

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

I got a little curious... Do your SJW family members actually participate in BLM marches, proud marches, SlutWalk marches, that kind of things?

The "level" system on IDW is broken - change my mind: [slug.

jondspen comments on Apr 14, 2019:

What is the intended purpose of having "levels" on a free speech forum? There are many reasons. ( 1 ) to reward people who participate on the site ( 2 ) to keep content and comments relevant (somewhat thwart trolling by new bot accounts). Do we need "levels" in order to participate in free ...

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

A very good point. I've come across enough people who say they've been banned from FB, etc., and they've found sanctuary here. If they're implying that "so that they can carry on as they used to behave on FB, etc., i.e., being despicable, offensive, etc.", that's bad news.

The "level" system on IDW is broken - change my mind: [slug.

SpikeTalon comments on Apr 13, 2019:

The level points system is in place primarily to deter scammers/malicious bot accounts, and to my knowledge so far that has been working out fairly good.

Naomi replies on Apr 15, 2019:

Like "Fans". Do you think being made aware of how many people like your posts/comments could potentially create echo chambers and confirmation bias?

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

TaraLee comments on Apr 14, 2019:

A niece of mine who was more or less fine before university went into full sjw mode after. (She didn’t finish, btw.) Now she’s decided to transition. So I guess she’s my nephew. But my God she was insufferable on fb - lecturing us all on how inferior we were. She was the only one I actually ...

Naomi replies on Apr 14, 2019:

Hi. Perhaps, she was just going through a phase. I believe many grow out of radical views with age, like many of us did, and became wiser - hopefully. lol

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Guido_Provolone comments on Apr 14, 2019:

I have them in my family. I avoid them.

Naomi replies on Apr 14, 2019:

Doesn't that make your family fall apart?

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CodeNameZebra comments on Apr 14, 2019:

I used to work at a large corporation during the 2016 election. During that time and shortly after the SJW (Progressive warriors) would make work incredibly intolerable. Meetings went from open conversations about issues facing the customer base/company to walking on eggshells. Meeting would ...

Naomi replies on Apr 14, 2019:

Would you say that's a typical corporate culture spreading in the US? If so, that's terrible. And how can it be addressed? I don't know what it is like in the UK; I work from home. Some members in the UK may be able to tell us. Identity politics, political correctness, victimhood... they're toxic.

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Bay0Wulf comments on Apr 14, 2019:

I have several who are related to me. Thankfully I tend to live FAR Away from them. Does that count?

Naomi replies on Apr 14, 2019:

If you don't have to put up with them regularly, then, that's good.

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Farmergramma comments on Apr 14, 2019:

We are surrounded. Most of my family members are either SJW = Disagree and you are scum. They no longer talk to me at all. Or they are hard core Leftist = " the government should be like a good parent". Not kidding. That is a direct quote. The grocery store I like is very left. I would not dare wear...

Naomi replies on Apr 14, 2019:

So, would you say that farmers in America are generally left? In the UK, not all, not all, not all but most farmers are conservatives. What a contrast! It's sad that your family are falling out...

Imaginary SJWs: Have you actually got "real SJWs" who you have to put up with regularly - in your ...

Just1Breath comments on Apr 14, 2019:

We've got one kid who walks that SJW line and crosses it in regard to "rape culture". I wish she were still young enough for me to kick her butt.

Naomi replies on Apr 14, 2019:

HI. Is there any chance that her brain could be deprogrammed?

What do You Think of the Idea of Shipping Illegal Aliens and “Asylum Seekers” to “Sanctuary”...

Naomi comments on Apr 14, 2019:

In the 18th and 19th centuries, hundreds of thousands of convicts were sent from Britain to Australia, and look how well Australia is doing now. If we could find a big enough island for refugees somewhere... Maybe this is too simplistic and optimistic to apply under the current circumstances.

Naomi replies on Apr 14, 2019:

Oh, yeah, we still have to provide them with bare necessities until they establish themselves; we couldn't just dump them on an island with nothing. Plus, we shouldn't deprive them of human rights by sending them away. There would need to be more than one island, and we'll need a good screening system to keep the number down. Where could we start...?

Sunday morning Inverness

Naomi comments on Apr 14, 2019:

Is that River Ness? Do you live near the river? It's beautiful.

Naomi replies on Apr 14, 2019:

Lucky you!

If you’re not a Muslim, according to the Quran, you’re an unbeliever.

DrN1 comments on Apr 14, 2019:

but I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those that persecute you

Naomi replies on Apr 14, 2019:

That would be the ultimate state of mind.

Finland, Norway, Denmark among the ‘happiest’ countries. What are we doing wrong?

Naomi comments on Apr 13, 2019:

Hi. Not sure they're still happy countries. This seems to be the reality nowadays... Sorry to disappoint you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iERLyAxddVE&t=74s

Naomi replies on Apr 14, 2019:

I know... it looks pretty bad...

Right wing or left wing

Naomi comments on Apr 12, 2019:

"The Truth: Hitler hated socialism and communism and worked to destroy these ideologies. Nazism, confused as it was, was based on race, and fundamentally different from class focused socialism." You might find this article interesting (it's too complicated for my brain to handle!) ...

Naomi replies on Apr 13, 2019:

Um... I don't actually live in America, and I don't feel familiar enough with the current US political climate. What I would say is that it is important to remember the historical context in which ideologies such as Marxism, Nazism, etc., were developed.

Resist Thought Police!

tigercake comments on Apr 13, 2019:

Really love that one.

Naomi replies on Apr 13, 2019:

Hi. Glad you like it.

Eating lemon with no expression challenge! [facebook.com]

MADcHATTER comments on Apr 12, 2019:

Some people are just so bitter a lemon tastes sweet to them...

Naomi replies on Apr 13, 2019:

How is your friend, by the way?

We don't need your Western values.

Facci comments on Apr 12, 2019:

Japan has been more oppressive to Western Civilisation than Western Civilisation has been oppressive to Japan.

Naomi replies on Apr 12, 2019:

Well said, Sir.

We don't need your Western values.

Facci comments on Apr 12, 2019:

Japan has been more oppressive to Western Civilisation than Western Civilisation has been oppressive to Japan.

Naomi replies on Apr 12, 2019:

You know, you've got a point; look how Japanese food is invading Western food in America!

Are there any Rebel Media people on here?

Naomi comments on Apr 12, 2019:

Yes, I'm following them.

Naomi replies on Apr 12, 2019:

On Facebook and on YouTube

We don't need your Western values.

BastiatLives comments on Apr 11, 2019:

\\Could the Western culture be oppressive to other cultures?\\ Our current culture is sick. The disease is our addiction to outrage. The Japanese are rejecting this sickness. it is not about oppression. The Japanese copied the best from Chinese culture (kibuki, alphabet, architecture) they took...

Naomi replies on Apr 12, 2019:

A philosophical thought, Sir.

Breaking - Wikileaks founder Julian Assange silenced... [itv.com]

BrunosDad comments on Apr 12, 2019:

I am quite sure he will suicide himself in the back of the head very soon.

Naomi replies on Apr 12, 2019:

Seriously?

We don't need your Western values.

CuriousFury comments on Apr 11, 2019:

Uhh, japan has its own briliance. Think of a modern digital camera and everyine is measuring japans attention to detail. Japan appropriates tech. The culture has worjed very hard to maintain its identity since ww2. We see edited examples of westernizatin and do mot relize that we are being shown...

Naomi replies on Apr 12, 2019:

Hi. There may be a bit of arrogance and self-righteous coming from Japan as well, re: Japanese Imperialism. lol It's interesting when you say Western culture is "ego driven", do you think it's people who take it for granted so much that they assume that it's the best culture, or do you think it's the Western governments which are pushing it for globalisation? (Sorry, this is a rather big question!)

We don't need your Western values.

Facci comments on Apr 12, 2019:

Japan has been more oppressive to Western Civilisation than Western Civilisation has been oppressive to Japan.

Naomi replies on Apr 12, 2019:

Sorry to bother you, but again, if you could elaborate your statement so that everyone can understand better...?