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Originally Posted by ardeegee
Why would anyone love the bad about their country?
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Pick, pick, pick. . .
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Originally Posted by YGG-
*search & replace "American" with "French"* --ditto.
(and I'll keep my opinions about Sarkozy to myself... well, wouldn't be of big consequence : at least it would only begin a flame war in French  )
May I mention here that I'm sick and tired of French bashing "jokes" ? -- (and bashing is bashing, whatever the form it takes). |
You are completely correct (and I'll do the same and keep my opinions of our US politicians to myself as well) and I couldn't agree more.
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Originally Posted by ardeegee
I absolutely agree. Almost all of my reading is in science fiction and science non-fiction. Which means being exposed to any type of culture within the imagination of the writer. And imagined cultures can act like an outgroup to more clearly see the culture that you are in.
For people to be claiming that they are incapable of being rational when faced with criticism (by which they really mean absence of uncritical praise) is just, IMHO, sad. Is it too much to ask to expect a mature adult to be able to discuss any issue rationally? Frankly, I view anyone who can't do the latter to not be the former.
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No one said anything about being irrational when faced with criticism. I actually believe constructive criticism is something we all need to help improve ourselves. It's the criticism that is made with abrasiveness and a complete lack of tact that is objectionable. Baring criticism with maturity and grace is a trait for which we all should strive; however, presenting that unbiased criticism in a thoughtful and thought provoking manner without causing personal hurt is a much more valuable trait.