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The history channel is airing a show tonight (February 5th) at 8pm called "Who Wrote The Bible". The preview explains that some of the text was left out and that they'll delve deeper into the subject when the show plays. I know I'mma watch it. How 'bout you?
Originally posted by BlackGuardXIII
'Even a junky, who is the wretch of society, is only trying to escape these realities; instead of facing them head on. Did you know that poor people are not the blame for them being poor?' negropolis
What about serial killers, rapists, molesters, pimps? The wretch of society is a title that I feel junkies do not hold. The tragedy of society, maybe. I have met a few of them, and was quite ignorant about them. They are not always what you might expect.
Originally posted by BlackGuardXIII
'A "thug" stealing a wallet is a typical response for someone who is trapped in poverty. These things are not worse than dying for beliefs for they are dying in a poor man's attempt to survive in a world full of harsh realities.' negropolis
I am sorry that my post was not clear. I am not attacking you, and I just wanted to get the point across that, imo, there are many who I see as being wretches, but junkies are not necessarily so. In the quote you posted above, I see that we agree survival is no lesser a reason to die than any other. I have seen cases where runaways have stolen to live, and I cannot fault them. I support that choice over other means such as turning tricks. It is a privileged person's option to die for a cause that they believe in. In the world of the homeless, that cause is survival. The songs 'Changes' by Tupac, and 'Hunger Strike' by Temple of the Dog are good examples of that concept.
Peace brother, and thank you for your thoughtful posts.
Originally posted by NEGROPOLIS
Originally posted by roger_pearse
I'm afraid a few common mistakes have crept into this post. Here's a couple of them.
Roger Pearse, do me a favor and correct all my statements. Your views are appreciated, because I do want my facts to be on the up and up.