Tony Blair ...Catholic !! Really ?

17 Jan 2008

Quote by Pete_sw
I really do not think that the "Orange v Green" argument comes into this debate so can we please keep it non-political?

Perhaps you should re-read the thread. The original poster set the agenda and introduced both the anti-Catholic and political issues discussed. That Will gave a positive example of where groups with diametrically opposed views were at least trying to work together for a better society certainly should not be ignored. It gives some balance to the bigoted, unintelligent drivel spouted by others.
Religion depends on faith, not reason. Nothing can be proven, at least in this world. I am much more concerned about Blair's hypocrisy, mendacity and self-seeking than I am about any religious beliefs he has or professes to have at any given time. I'm quite sure he would convert to Satanism should he feel it held some personal advantage.

17 Jan 2008

Quote by Unc

I really do not think that the "Orange v Green" argument comes into this debate so can we please keep it non-political?

Perhaps you should re-read the thread. The original poster set the agenda and introduced both the anti-Catholic and political issues discussed. That Will gave a positive example of where groups with diametrically opposed views were at least trying to work together for a better society certainly should not be ignored. It gives some balance to the bigoted, unintelligent drivel spouted by others.
Religion depends on faith, not reason. Nothing can be proven, at least in this world. I am much more concerned about Blair's hypocrisy, mendacity and self-seeking than I am about any religious beliefs he has or professes to have at any given time. I'm quite sure he would convert to Satanism should he feel it held some personal advantage.
I did get the gist of the thread Unc but I think you missed my point, that being:
a) who gives a f***
b) (slightly more seriously) should it matter?
And lastly
c) read the AUP about political / religious debates in the forum. I think you will find that the latter is why most of the posters on this thread are trying to treat it in a light hearted maner :thumbup:

17 Jan 2008

Quote by Pete_sw
I did get the gist of the thread Unc but I think you missed my point, that being:
a) who gives a f***
Rather obviously, those who post a view.
b) (slightly more seriously) should it matter?
Should what matter? Our PM's religious views? Not at all. Bigoted and unintelligent posts? Very much so IMO.
And lastly
c) read the AUP about political / religious debates in the forum. I think you will find that the latter is why most of the posters on this thread are trying to treat it in a light hearted maner :thumbup:
I'm quite conversant with the AUP. As mods have commented on the thread and chosen not to lock it, it is fair to assume they are happy for it to continue and have not found it to be in breach of the AUP. Treating serious issues in a light hearted manner makes no sense to me, of course you are just as entitled to your opinion.

17 Jan 2008

Quote by Unc
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Should what matter? Our PM's religious views? Not at all. Bigoted and unintelligent posts? Very much so IMO.

Hmmm seems to me then that we are agreeing in a dissageeable sort of way :lol2: