Quail's Selective Understanding

The Great Quail quail at libyrinth.com
Thu Dec 13 12:49:57 CST 2001


>Since you're just dying to know how far my pacifism stretches, I'll tell you.

Yes, but again you evade the question. I am not trying to act the 
inquisitor, but I do think it's helpful for me, at least, to frame 
your beliefs. I can't think of many people who would willingly be 
raped or killed than forgo the use of violence against an assailant. 
But my question was political:

"Do you feel that the United States ever been "right" in waging war, 
keeping in mind that even WWII had civilian casualties? I ask, 
because I wish to know the extent and limits of your pacifism."

Thanks,

--Q




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