Humans - Inspired by MScott1851

[KristaTX]

M Scott1851’s thread about feminism has got me to thinking, but I wanted to start a new thread so that more people would read this. Many things may still be unfair towards women, but we are all so lucky to live in the United States or other like nations. We owe a great debt to the thousands of American women (and men) who have gone before us and fought for our rights. Did anyone see Iron Jawed Angels? If not, rent it and watch it (with your spouse or SO if possible). Many people suffered for women just to get us the right to vote. The same goes for other such movements (e.g. civil rights).

While our personal circumstances may be just plain horrible at times, we generally have it so good here. But even when we disagree about certain issues (e.g. abortion, school, work, politics, religion), we must all still try to respect each other as people. We have the right to disagree.

I am so glad to have been born in America. Other women (and children) around the world are still living in deplorable conditions, and they aren't free to do anything about it. Is everyone aware of this horrific situation http://www.amnesty.org/ailib/intcam/femgen/fgm1.htm? I wonder what our government would do if millions of boys and men around the world were being castrated each year. But, hey, it's only women . I am not saying that our government needs to do something and fix the world. But what about us - the people (women and men) who do have it so good?? How can we turn a blind eye to this and other atrocities that go on towards our fellow human beings . What should we do? I don't know. But there must be something.

And no – I am not a flaming liberal. And I'm not a member of Amnesty International, at least not yet. Female mutilation is just one horrific thing going on in the world, and that was the best site I could find quickly. I guess I'd consider myself moderate with some leanings toward the Republican ideals and some towards the Democratic ideals. And I happen to be a Christian, not always succeeding but trying to live as Christ did and simply love people.

 

[crazyforgoofy]

Well my dear, I AM a flaming liberal and a feminist and I couldn't have said it better myself. But caring about what happens to people all over the world and appreciating the struggles of those who have gone before us doesn't need a label. It's simply being a good human being whatever your political, social or religious beliefs.

In the interest of full disclosure however I have to admit I'm also a member of Amnesty International

 

[minniepumpernickel]

Yes, we are lucky to live here, all ethnocentrism aside. Yes, it is very hard to turn a blind eye to the injustices, and horrific human rights violatrions going on in the world. I guess thats why I considered applying for The Peace Corps at one time. May the world be a better place some day for everyone.

 

[Pooh Girl 71]

I am a flaming liberal and a feminist as well.

I think I am incredibly lucky to be born in the US. Things may be bad here sometimes but we are far luckier than many other places in this world.