This!!!

"iT's jUSt mY opiNIoN!" No, it's not just an opinion...basic human rights aren't "opinions".

This includes not accepting rape, torture, burning, and abduction of inccoecnt civilians as "resistance" or freedom fighting. Even if it doesn't sit with your agenda.

Quite the dilemma - We in Germany get told that we have to do more to make the country save for jews (due to our history), LGBQT groups and do more for equality between women and men. On the other hand we have to tolerate a culture that absolutely hates all of those groups and pointing it out gets people painted as Nazis.

"I have a right to an opinion!" "Yes, you have a right to an opinion. You also have a right to a bowel movement. But I don't want either of them in my ear, thank you."

This really depends on where you are. Before the bashing begins let me make a point. If someone goes or moves somewhere that certain things are lawful and acceptable, they have to respect and abide by that that even if they don't agree with it. You can't go somewhere and make everyone play by your rules. If you don't like the culture stay in your own. If you join another culture, their culture becomes yours. Not the other way around.

Tolerance within reason. You tolerate other belief systems and cultures, but only as long as they do not violate common sense laws, or advocate cruelty to animals, or encourage the maltreatment of women, non-binary people, etc.

I object to living in the UK, where there so often appears to be some sort of moral obligation to bend, flex and accommodate the lifestyles and cultures of others, over and above our own. I can say with absolute confidence that many other countries would simply demand we comply with their societal norms and values or face the unpalatable consequences. I believe in respect and equity, not diminishing our inherent Britishness in favour of others.

... being excempt from laws set in place to spare animals that are to be eaten from, at least, the worst forms of torture. That, I never understood, especially since in germany, in 2001, the protection of animals was made a part of our constitution and, therefore, the state has an obligation to do that. But, no, an unfounded belief of humans that not only allows them to inflict suffering, but demands it from them, is not only considered a cultural achievement of some sort, but also weighed higher than sparing them from bleeding to death without any sort of narcotic or pain relief. Feelings above facts. In my book, there may be a right to believe anything and everything, but whenever innocent nonbelievers are the victim, this violence should be seen as just as unbearable as it truly is. Cutting a large blood vessel open in a conscious animal should send you to jail for years straight, right at the first offense of that sort ... torturing the helpless maybe faithfully executing the supposed will of some AH of a god, but no lamb ever has declared themselves a member of those cults revolving around supremacy, violence and disregard for reason and compassion.

These are not "objectively terrible beliefs", all beliefs are subjective by definition. There is no such thing as a moral absolute. The current 'religion' of neoliberalism is just as restrictive and dangerous as any other religion. It is completely taboo to speak against it and severe penalties of social ostracism and horrible threats are used against people who refuse to comply.

I've always wondered how you can tolerate the intolerant.

Your chosen pronouns are irrelevant. The world has real problems. Your gender dysphoria is not one of them. The entire subject is insane to even acknowledge.

That can go too far easily, though. I constantly see non Muslims complaining about the hijab because it's a "symbol of oppression." After the NZ shooting, a lot of us wore hijabs in solidarity. I am friends with some Muslim ladies and I asked how they felt. They said it felt good to know people cared, so I wore it for the week of mourning and the vigils. And my atheist male friend went off on me several times that he felt it was inappropriate. Like his effing opinion was more important than the feelings of the women I was supporting. That being said, all the things listed in the post are abhorrent.

I find it annoying when people are told to respect one's cultural traditions, but then refuse to do the same themselves.

All this is originated by postmodernism and the critical theories that were born from it.

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This should be known. I think it says in the Bible that god told the Palestinians that they would always be hated.don’t remember the whole story,but you are welcome to do your own research.

Yes but what if a significant proportion of immigrants believe in that? Eg Hamas supporters in the UK?

No we should not, we need to stop teaching lies and making exceptions for people stupid beliefs. Stop making it disrespectful to question & criticize religion. We need to stop teaching lies, specially to innocent children. We need to stop indoctrinating people in legends and myths. All we need to do is de kind to other people. Be kind, not because of fear of being struck down by the wrath of your imaginary friend in the sky but because it the only way we can get on together.

Difficult to get people to change those kinds of beliefs. That would cover almost half of Americans.

This.

Be a man. You must be swift as the coursing river

The USA is never going to be great until we have Universal Health Care. Too bad the insurance companies own our politicians, especially Republicans.

"Education" today is too focused on passing standardized tests to secure funding for the school, rather than properly educating children and young adults about the world they are about to enter.

There is nothing selfish about asking for help and needing to rely on others. Even the hermits and most solitary people benefit with a little interaction with people once in a while, no matter how much they show they hate it. People go absolutely mad when isolated. Doesn't matter how introverted you are.

It should be allowable for people to choose death when they find it preferable to their medical options.

The concept of virginity and purity needs to stop. There is nothing wrong with not being a "virgin" as well as nothing wrong with being one. The whole concept is outdated

Not giving men maternity leave with his new child so he he can bond and help care for it with the mother/other parent

I reiterate, the USA will never be great until we have universal Healthcare.

My grandmother always said she was growing old disgracefully.

The pressure and scrutiny is real. Anytime I enjoy something and seem to do it well, a family member says I should sell it. Turn it into a business. Business is mainly about the administrative aspects, and you worry a lot more about finances and keeping up demand. But you have to get your start. Just because one or 2 people say they like your work and ask to make stuff for them, doesn't mean they actually want to pay you for it, nor does it mean many other people want your work. I think some people just say they want a piece of your work as a way to show they support your endeavours, but not in a genuine way.

I have a cell phone for my convenience, not yours.

Athletes are wa-a-y overpaid!

This is called sin sod, often confused with a dowry. A dowry is the brides family giving the groom money, livestock etc.

And hope that you have a decent life insurance plan to make sure your family is okay after you die

There are so many people of many different walks in life. People say you should work as a server to understand tipping culture, or work in retail to understand patience and empathy. But try working in a thrift store, or volunteer at a shelter or soup kitchen. You'll realize there's a whole aspect of life you didn't think was there, while meeting people you enjoy talking to but would likely move to another seat if they sat next to you on the bus.

The only time I see people caring about trends is in magazines and online. Sometimes in school. When I'm out and about, I see people with many different looks, wearing all sorts of clothes. No one cares anymore. Anything goes these days. I could wear Victorian era clothing on the bus. I may get some stares. Perhaps someone may strike up a conversation. But no one is going to shame me nor anyone else, because people are too busy on their phones to notice anything anymore.

I'm male and clean the house as my wife has asthma...

I don't use filters, and if I do it's for fun. Since I can't wear makeup much I like seeing what would like good on me. So far, I'm good with my natural looks. But not a lot of people are okay with that, so even on my personal FB account I keep my profile not of me. Jackasses sure like to assume I'm a huge, obese person because of my round, plump face I inherited from my dad. Or criticize my hair. Or just feel the need to randomly say I'm so ugly. I know they're just trolls, jerks and trying to get a rise out of me. Nonetheless, when it's all the time, every time you comment on anything, it gets exhausting and starts affecting you. I believe this is why a lot of people refuse to show their faces.

But once again this leaves out anyone who does shift work - the medical industry, service jobs, retail, food, etc. Not everyone works happy little office jobs on salary.

Double standards suck.