Let's not forget that the US is responsible for similar acts of terror.

[Barkingturtle]

I think you're using "terrorism" correctly but I think you've got a real flaw in your thinking:

Why do you assume the perpetrator is a foreign terrorist group or state?

Yesterday's bombings seem much more likely to have been carried out by one of us.

[joppykid]

Originally Posted by Barkingturtle [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

I think you're using "terrorism" correctly but I think you've got a real flaw in your thinking:

Why do you assume the perpetrator is a foreign terrorist group or state?

Yesterday's bombings seem much more likely to have been carried out by one of us.

I agree. As sad as it may sound, I believe if it was a foreign attack that many more people would have died. This seems like an amateur attack.

[Sirken]

Originally Posted by joppykid [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

I agree. As sad as it may sound, I believe if it was a foreign attack that many more people would have died. This seems like an amateur attack.

yep. as i said in a diff thread, reeks of domestic attack.

[joppykid]

Yeah, the US is the only one that kills innocents. Stupid argument, every country does crazy shit under the radar.

[Rjones61]

Originally Posted by Barkingturtle [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

I think you're using "terrorism" correctly but I think you've got a real flaw in your thinking:

Why do you assume the perpetrator is a foreign terrorist group or state?

Yesterday's bombings seem much more likely to have been carried out by one of us.

Good point. I suppose something I am trying to get across is, in the world bombings with tragic death tolls (30 vs 2) are too common of an occurrence. Unfortunately, Americans are so well insulated from the effects of our "we're bigger than you so if you screw with us we'll just bomb you into oblivion" mentality that we just rush off to war anytime we feel like it. Yesterday was a reminder of the reality that so many people have been living under- sometimes its even because of us. Regardless of where it came from, and as bad as it sounds, I hope this event puts a bad taste in our mouths when we hear the next story of how the United States killed more civilians.

Originally Posted by joppykid [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Yeah, the US is the only one that kills innocents. Stupid argument, every country does crazy shit under the radar.

That makes it okay? Name a 1st world country who kills more 3rd world country innocents. STUPID ARGUMENT. gtfo

[Barkingturtle]

Originally Posted by Rjones61 [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Regardless of where it came from, and as bad as it sounds, I hope this event puts a bad taste in our mouths when we hear the next story of how the United States killed more civilians.

Disgusting.

Go get your parents and show them what you're posting so they can ground you.

[Rjones61]

Originally Posted by Barkingturtle [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Disgusting.

Go get your parents and show them what you're posting so they can ground you.

I am an adult, thank you.

I don't mind if you're upset at me. I just hope that you are now willing to stick up for innocent lives, even if they reside internationally.

Don't get me wrong. When we catch the party responsible, I want justice. However, let's do it the right way.

[Barkingturtle]

Originally Posted by Rjones61 [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

I am an adult, thank you.

Then act as one and recognize that each tragedy stands on its own and that twisting one massacre to suit the needs or your argument is insidious and obscene.

Do you need your family to die this evening for you to be more empathetic toward the victims of the marathon bombing? Is it gross for me to even suggest it? Are you a full-fledged adult or have you suffered a head injury or some defect at birth, maybe?

[joppykid]

Originally Posted by Rjones61 [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

That makes it okay? Name a 1st world country who kills more 3rd world country innocents. STUPID ARGUMENT. gtfo

Where did I say this is OK? I don't think you're understanding what people are saying to you. One of these attacks was clearly intentional. The bombing of the wedding was not the target of that bomb. No one is saying that makes it OK but they are not the same type of attack.

No sense in arguing with someone as thick-skulled as yourself.

http://rt.com/news/afghanistan-nato-...-children-460/
First world countries held hands in this one.

It's not hard to use Google and find articles.

[Rjones61]

Originally Posted by joppykid [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Where did I say this is OK? I don't think you're understanding what people are saying to you. One of these attacks was clearly intentional. The bombing of the wedding was not the target of that bomb. No one is saying that makes it OK but they are not the same type of attack.

You're right, I should have used a different article. I posted this later into the conversation. However, you belittled what is being done by our country internationally and I called you out.

Originally Posted by Rjones61 [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Alright, I will accept your point. Although it smells to me like a typical United States PR story, the article does not compare. However, my main point still stands. The United States for a very long time has been committing acts of terrorism. The longer we stay silent to our international crimes, the longer we will feel the repercussions at home.

Since that link does not suffice, here are some others:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LF9P5vIzYyE

http://www.cnn.com/2013/03/15/world/...one-objections

http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2012...ghan-civilians