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2003-03-18 Europe

Norway: Comedian burns US flag on live TV

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Posted by Frank Martin 2003-03-18 07:56 pm|| || Front Page|| [4 views since 2007-05-07] Top

#1 Another angle:When the American ambassador a few days ago kindly suggested that Norway's anti-American attitude might "change the relationship" between the two countries(meaning:"We may not kick the Krauts out the next time"),the Norwegian Socialists called it "blackmail".Bjorn Staerk has the whole story (and Fred has the link),go check it out.

Sadly,here in Europe,such attitudes are,except for Eastern Europe,all too common.Even the lefties take American protection for granted,while simultaneously blasting its policies.

Posted by El Id 2003-03-18 18:13:39|| 2003-03-18 18:13:39|| Front Page Top

#2 Actually, a great Embassy response would be something on the order of: "While we find the burning of the American flag-- even in jest-- deeply disturbing, the right of free expression-- even when offensive-- remains enshrined in American law. It would be the height of arrogance to take advantage of another country's legal system to supress what would be permitted in the United States. Therefore, we are making no complaint."
Good enough?

Posted by Old Grouch 2003-03-18 21:26:08|| 2003-03-18 21:26:08|| Front Page Top

#3 Actually, the idea of a peacenik lighting "one candle to bring light and peace into the world" and causing a conflagration that destroys a whole city (e.g., Baghdad) appeals to my sensitive nature. Maybe then the UN could build a new city from the ashes (snicker, snicker).

Posted by grumpy old man 2003-03-18 23:19:12|| 2003-03-18 23:19:12|| Front Page Top

#4 Grouch, you should send that to the embassy. It's good.

Posted by Anonymous 2003-03-19 01:59:52|| 2003-03-19 01:59:52|| Front Page Top

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