A Moratorium on Illegal Immigration Threads

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Just an idea, but what if we all have a moratorium on any discussions about illegal immigration? It is a highly divisive issue which never fosters any kind of resolution or resolve other than people here expressing their opinions on the matter over and over again. Last night, my patriotism as an American was put into question once again, only by two people on here who I have known for awhile, like and admire on many accounts. It really has shaken me and I wondered if my opinion is no longer welcome here.

I enjoy the rapport and the heated discussions on many topics here, and I would hope that I have as much validity in stating my opinion here as anyone, as I welcome anyone to disagree by actually arguing on the merits of what I've said rather than dismissing my opinion as coming from someone who dislikes America.

So I propose that we all have a voluntary moratorium on discussing illegal immigration for awhile (say, how about the whole month of October?). That means no posted articles from peejay or WifeOfHunkyJohn. No references in other threads to illegal immigration. How about it?

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[Pinocchio Liberal 268]

Just an idea, but what if we all have a moratorium on any discussions about illegal immigration? It is a highly divisive issue which never fosters any kind of resolution or resolve other than people here expressing their opinions on the matter over and over again. Last night, my patriotism as an American was put into question once again, only by two people on here who I have known for awhile, like and admire on many accounts. It really has shaken me and I wondered if my opinion is no longer welcome here.

I enjoy the rapport and the heated discussions on many topics here, and I would hope that I have as much validity in stating my opinion here as anyone, as I welcome anyone to disagree by actually arguing on the merits of what I've said rather than dismissing my opinion as coming from someone who dislikes America.

So I propose that we all have a voluntary moratorium on discussing illegal immigration for awhile (say, how about the whole month of October?). That means no posted articles from peejay or WifeOfHunkyJohn. No references in other threads to illegal immigration. How about it?

Man-up Steve,You should'nt take things to personal. Just my opinion.

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No references in other threads to illegal immigration. How about it?

Sure.

Of course, you said other threads - which means references to it in this thread are acceptable!

Will the real anchor baby please stand up, please stand up....

[Ban Hammer 14,567]

No references in other threads to illegal immigration. How about it?

Sure.

Of course, you said other threads - which means references to it in this thread are acceptable!

Will the real anchor baby please stand up, please stand up....

[LaL 418]

oooh - we need a new pink elephant (even just a temporary one) . a month off? cool!

Edited October 1, 2007 by LaL

[isleta521 5]

I think your opinion, humor and your experience is always welcome here. You believe in what you believe and speak your mind. Just that some don't agree with you. Some disagree very strongly . Perhaps a good idea but I dont think a moratorium will last though. The best thing may be respectfully is just look the other way.

[Pinocchio Liberal 268]

I think your opinion, humor and your experience is always welcome here. You believe in what you believe and speak your mind. Just that some don't agree with you. Some disagree very strongly . Perhaps a good idea but I dont think a moratorium will last though. The best thing may be respectfully is just look the other way.

Exactly, if its bothering you to much, just dont get involved in the immigration discussions.

[Jenn! 918]

I think your opinion, humor and your experience is always welcome here. You believe in what you believe and speak your mind. Just that some don't agree with you. Some disagree very strongly . Perhaps a good idea but I dont think a moratorium will last though. The best thing may be respectfully is just look the other way.

Exactly, if its bothering you to much, just dont get involved in the immigration discussions.

It's pretty hard to do when in nearly every thread some sort of analogy is drawn to illegal immigration. I think some people are downright obsessed.

Edited October 1, 2007 by Jenn!

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I think some people are downright obsessed.

Your papers, please!

[Pinocchio Liberal 268]

It's pretty hard to do when in nearly every thread some sort of analogy is drawn to illegal immigration. I think some people are downright obsessed.

Hot kitchens and black kettles come to mind!

[w¡n9Nµ7 §£@¥€r 123]

ok who wants to break the moratorium and post this

http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dw...lo.2be87b3.html

[Jenn! 918]

It's pretty hard to do when in nearly every thread some sort of analogy is drawn to illegal immigration. I think some people are downright obsessed.

Hot kitchens and black kettles come to mind!

What?

Are you saying I'm obsessed with illegal immigration? Hardly.

Edited October 1, 2007 by Jenn!

[Nessa 23]

I love that idea. Maybe next month we can do a moratorium on global warming threads

[Pinocchio Liberal 268]

It's pretty hard to do when in nearly every thread some sort of analogy is drawn to illegal immigration. I think some people are downright obsessed.

Hot kitchens and black kettles come to mind!

What?

Are you saying I'm obsessed with illegal immigration? Hardly.

Cant take the heat get out of the kitchen!

The pot calling the kettle black!

Its not about YOU at all!