labrys 0 #1 January 25, 2011 I don't usually post about this kind of stuff, but this article really pissed me off: http://www.cnn.com/2011/POLITICS/01/25/georgia.governor.photo/index.html?eref=mrss_igoogle_cnn QuoteAtlanta (CNN) -- A Spanish-language newspaper in Georgia has drawn bipartisan criticism for publishing a doctored photograph depicting the state's new governor as a Nazi. El Nuevo Georgia editor Rafael Navarro said the picture was meant to call attention to Hispanic issues -- and grab the attention of residents and politicians who often ignore the Hispanic community. "Americans don't read our paper because they can't read Spanish. They don't read our news, our editorials and the opinion of the community. But if they see a picture, they'll get it." he said. That's one of the most ignorant arguments I've ever heard. Honestly? If you'd like Americans to read your articles and opinions then print them in ENGLISH.Owned by Remi #? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coreece 190 #2 January 25, 2011 There are hispanics in Georgia? Ok...I'll give em credit. It worked.Now back to our regularly scheduled programming. Your secrets are the true reflection of who you really are... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HandsomeSalad 0 #3 January 25, 2011 Quote That's one of the most ignorant arguments I've ever heard. Honestly? If you'd like Americans to read your articles and opinions then print them in ENGLISH. Why would they print a newspaper in their second language when plenty of people can already read it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #4 January 25, 2011 QuoteI don't usually post about this kind of stuff, but this article really pissed me off: http://www.cnn.com/2011/POLITICS/01/25/georgia.governor.photo/index.html?eref=mrss_igoogle_cnn QuoteAtlanta (CNN) -- A Spanish-language newspaper in Georgia has drawn bipartisan criticism for publishing a doctored photograph depicting the state's new governor as a Nazi. El Nuevo Georgia editor Rafael Navarro said the picture was meant to call attention to Hispanic issues -- and grab the attention of residents and politicians who often ignore the Hispanic community. "Americans don't read our paper because they can't read Spanish. They don't read our news, our editorials and the opinion of the community. But if they see a picture, they'll get it." he said. That's one of the most ignorant arguments I've ever heard. Honestly? If you'd like Americans to read your articles and opinions then print them in ENGLISH. So as I understand their issues - They are upset that not enough non-spanish speaking people are reading their spanish language news paper, so they decided to try to offend a lot of people. Or am I missing something.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
labrys 0 #5 January 25, 2011 QuoteSo as I understand their issues - They are upset that not enough non-spanish speaking people are reading their spanish language news paper, so they decided to try to offend a lot of people. Or am I missing something. That's exactly what I got from the article. What's Spanish for "ass gaskets"?Owned by Remi #? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #6 January 25, 2011 Interesting. I think they have a point. More Americans need to learn to speak Spanish to accomodate the illegal aliens. Until the majority bends to the will of these criminals, publishing insults is a perfectly legitimate means of redress. Wait.... Too many things wrong with that story...I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HandsomeSalad 0 #7 January 25, 2011 QuoteSo as I understand their issues - They are upset that not enough non-spanish speaking people are reading their spanish language news paper Quote That's exactly what I got from the article. What's Spanish for "ass gaskets"? You guys don't seem to have gotten it... Quote El Nuevo Georgia Editor Rafael Navarro said the picture was meant to call attention to Hispanic issues -- and grab the attention of residents and politicians who often ignore the Hispanic community. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,120 #8 January 25, 2011 >Interesting. I think they have a point. More Americans need to learn to speak >Spanish to accomodate the illegal aliens. Until the majority bends to the will of >these criminals, publishing insults is a perfectly legitimate means of redress. Eh, people can speak whatever language they want, and can print papers in any language they like; they can also publish insulting pictures if they like. But he's still an ass. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HandsomeSalad 0 #9 January 25, 2011 QuoteInteresting. I think they have a point. More Americans need to learn to speak Spanish to accomodate the illegal aliens. What about all the legal Spanish speakers? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #10 January 25, 2011 QuoteQuoteInteresting. I think they have a point. More Americans need to learn to speak Spanish to accomodate the illegal aliens. What about all the legal Spanish speakers? They have to learn English to become citizens. Reading Spanish papers isn't likely to facilitate that. I was in Iraq for a year. I learned a great deal of Arabic and Arab ways. I embraced their ways every chance I got. If I was there as a voluntary move, I would definitely seek to become fluent in Arabic. I would never insult the Arabs to try to bring attention to my issues while publishing an English language paper for others like me. I would consider it extremely insulting to my hosts...like this event.I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #11 January 25, 2011 QuoteQuoteSo as I understand their issues - They are upset that not enough non-spanish speaking people are reading their spanish language news paper Quote That's exactly what I got from the article. What's Spanish for "ass gaskets"? You guys don't seem to have gotten it... Quote El Nuevo Georgia Editor Rafael Navarro said the picture was meant to call attention to Hispanic issues -- and grab the attention of residents and politicians who often ignore the Hispanic community. Q: Then why don't they try communicating in a language that the p[oliticians can understand. A: Because they are just over dramatizing thingsI'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HandsomeSalad 0 #12 January 25, 2011 Quote They have to learn English to become citizens. And all the citizens that still have Spanish as a first language? Quote I would never insult the Arabs to try to bring attention to my issues while publishing an English language paper for others like me. I would consider it extremely insulting to my hosts...like this event. Can you only ever be a guest if you prefer to use Spanish? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #13 January 25, 2011 QuoteQuote They have to learn English to become citizens. And all the citizens that still have Spanish as a first language? Quote I would never insult the Arabs to try to bring attention to my issues while publishing an English language paper for others like me. I would consider it extremely insulting to my hosts...like this event. Can you only ever be a guest if you prefer to use Spanish? Don't need a Spanish language newspaper. Yes. A resounding yes.I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freethefly 6 #14 January 25, 2011 To continue this thread in English, please press 1. Otherwise...Aprender nuestra lengua!"...And once you're gone, you can't come back When you're out of the blue and into the black." Neil Young Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #15 January 25, 2011 QuoteQuoteQuote They have to learn English to become citizens. And all the citizens that still have Spanish as a first language? Quote I would never insult the Arabs to try to bring attention to my issues while publishing an English language paper for others like me. I would consider it extremely insulting to my hosts...like this event. Can you only ever be a guest if you prefer to use Spanish? Don't need a Spanish language newspaper. Yes. A resounding yes. I disagree. Spanish Language newspapers are fine - whatever language newspapers are fine. Just don't require, insist, or expect the rest of the non language based public to read it. And certainly do not get upset when we don't.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy 0 #16 January 25, 2011 Pic attached below. Yes, they can print what pictures they like as long as they are not suggesting he actually is a nazi (liable). However, I wonder how they would react to photshopped pictures of Hugo Chavez or Che wearing the swastika and Hitler-stache.witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HandsomeSalad 0 #17 January 25, 2011 QuoteQuoteQuote They have to learn English to become citizens. And all the citizens that still have Spanish as a first language? Quote I would never insult the Arabs to try to bring attention to my issues while publishing an English language paper for others like me. I would consider it extremely insulting to my hosts...like this event. Can you only ever be a guest if you prefer to use Spanish? Don't need a Spanish language newspaper. Yes. A resounding yes. So the only publications in America should be in English and if you prefer to speak Spanish you will never be American. You are in for a fun time these next couple of decades. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
usedtajump 1 #18 January 25, 2011 Could they do one of those for the Governor of Texas?The older I get the less I care who I piss off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
david3 0 #19 January 25, 2011 QuoteQuoteQuoteQuote They have to learn English to become citizens. And all the citizens that still have Spanish as a first language? Quote I would never insult the Arabs to try to bring attention to my issues while publishing an English language paper for others like me. I would consider it extremely insulting to my hosts...like this event. Can you only ever be a guest if you prefer to use Spanish? Don't need a Spanish language newspaper. Yes. A resounding yes. So the only publications in America should be in English and if you prefer to speak Spanish you will never be American. You are in for a fun time these next couple of decades. Do you believe people should assimilate when moving to a new country? Do you think they should learn the language most commonly spoken in that country? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,120 #20 January 25, 2011 >Do you believe people should assimilate when moving to a new country? And countries should assimilate people. It's a two way street. >Do you think they should learn the language most commonly spoken in that >country? Sure. And if they want to keep speaking their native language, that's fine too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
futuredivot 0 #21 January 25, 2011 QuoteSure. And if they want to keep speaking their native language (also), that's fine too. Now I agreeYou are only as strong as the prey you devour Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
david3 0 #22 January 25, 2011 Quote>Do you believe people should assimilate when moving to a new country? And countries should assimilate people. It's a two way street. >Do you think they should learn the language most commonly spoken in that >country? Sure. And if they want to keep speaking their native language, that's fine too. I don’t disagree I’m just trying to find out what HandsomeSalad believes. Being able to speak both languages is great. I often get the impression that when a foreigner moves to the United States it is almost begrudgingly. They want everything this country has to offer but through no further effort on their part other than locating here. If the effort that is spent resisting assimilation was in stead spent learning the language they would be way ahead of the game. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sundevil777 102 #23 January 25, 2011 Quote>Interesting. I think they have a point. More Americans need to learn to speak >Spanish to accomodate the illegal aliens. Until the majority bends to the will of >these criminals, publishing insults is a perfectly legitimate means of redress. Eh, people can speak whatever language they want, and can print papers in any language they like; they can also publish insulting pictures if they like. But he's still an ass. Why no criticism about the possible violence it could provoke?People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanG 1 #24 January 25, 2011 Yeah, why haven't you criticized that yet? - Dan G Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D22369 0 #25 January 25, 2011 I wonder how they would react to photshopped pictures of Hugo Chavez or Che wearing the swastika and Hitler-stache. *** It would produce screams of outrage lawsuits with claims of racism - its ok for them to do it, but not you whiteys RoyThey say I suffer from insanity.... But I actually enjoy it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
