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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #75 on: October 15, 2014, 11:51:29 AM »
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #76 on: October 15, 2014, 12:07:35 PM »
groovy, will take a couple of days depending on how fast they get the artwork done usually there about $2-3 each plus the cost of a stamp, sometimes there feeling generous and get 100 odd done for free
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #77 on: October 15, 2014, 01:02:42 PM »
Stupid if you dont understand it moron
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #78 on: October 15, 2014, 01:12:19 PM »
Quote from: pepsi on October 15, 2014, 01:02:42 PM
Stupid if you dont understand it moron

what's to understand?  your original question is 'stupid' because everyone knows what the reaction would be, so it offers nothing to the discussion, much like your inflammatory comment quoted.

you are missing the point.  the shirt itself is not derogatory to anyone.  no religion, ethnic background or cultural minority is mentioned.

explain why people should hide their love of their country? it's a sad day when you are called a racist for loving your country and appreciating what we have here.

other countries are as equally proud of their heritage, and so they should be.  why can't we?

if the shirt offends you, explain why it offends you.  this would be a reasonable addition to this discussion thread.
« Last Edit: October 15, 2014, 01:14:24 PM by paceman »
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #79 on: October 15, 2014, 01:14:04 PM »
Quote from: berlitza on October 15, 2014, 12:07:35 PM
groovy, will take a couple of days depending on how fast they get the artwork done usually there about $2-3 each plus the cost of a stamp, sometimes there feeling generous and get 100 odd done for free
if you get em free, I'll take a dozen :D :D :D
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #80 on: October 15, 2014, 02:30:07 PM »
Irony - most that wear the shirts and use the slogan don't like  what Australia now is. Go figure...



Edit: I'll take a couple of stickers also...
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #81 on: October 15, 2014, 03:03:11 PM »
I'm a 5th generation, white, Anglo Saxon, Christian .................. therefore I am a xenophobic racist.  My views are considered inappropriate and non PC, I drive a 4X4 so must be an environmental vandal, enjoy a steak and eggs so am fair game for PETA etc etc etc

I think the singlets should read  "if you don't agree with me and my lifestyle then FO"
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #82 on: October 15, 2014, 03:14:09 PM »
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I'm a 5th generation, white, Anglo Saxon, Christian .................. therefore I am a xenophobic racist.  My views are considered inappropriate and non PC, I drive a 4X4 so must be an environmental vandal, enjoy a steak and eggs so am fair game for PETA etc etc etc

I think the singlets should read  "if you don't agree with me and my lifestyle then FO"
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #83 on: October 15, 2014, 03:19:23 PM »
It's not that the slogan is racist, it's the southern cross tattooed bogans that will buy them are! ;D
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #84 on: October 15, 2014, 03:26:44 PM »
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I'm a 5th generation, white, Anglo Saxon, Christian .................. therefore I am a xenophobic racist.  My views are considered inappropriate and non PC, I drive a 4X4 so must be an environmental vandal, enjoy a steak and eggs so am fair game for PETA etc etc etc

Oh my, there I was thinking I was a just an average normal bloke and then I read this. Now I realise I am all of the above and a budding psychopath (as I'm a licenced firearms owner) as well. :o

But hey, I can live with that.
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #85 on: October 15, 2014, 05:01:47 PM »
Put me down for a couple. :cheers:

That slogan works equally well in the bush.
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #86 on: October 15, 2014, 05:04:17 PM »
Quote from: 03GV on October 15, 2014, 03:19:23 PM
it's the southern cross tattooed bogans that will buy them are! ;D
I might resemble that remark, but I'm not racist ....I just hate everyone equally.. ;D
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #87 on: October 15, 2014, 06:25:56 PM »
I am the same.


I am not racist, sexist, predigest or discriminate.

I just treat anyone that asks for it, the same way.

People need to learn they are not that special  8)
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #88 on: October 15, 2014, 06:47:01 PM »
Quote from: alnjan on October 15, 2014, 06:25:56 PM
People need to learn they are not that special  8)


I've been told for years that I'm Special
Maybe I'm confused by what you mean by "special".

I agree with you Al BTW  :cheers:
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #89 on: October 15, 2014, 06:58:24 PM »
I would happily wear one...

I am an immigrant so is my whole family, my son is the first person with my family name born here.

I would wear one with Pride..

In fact I am going to track one down.

actions speak louder than words ..

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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #90 on: October 15, 2014, 07:24:18 PM »
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #91 on: October 15, 2014, 07:27:26 PM »
John Howard said it best when he said he was not racist and did not oppose immigration.
However he didn't agree with "multiculturalism". He believes Aus has a culture already that should be embraced by all.
He supports "multi racialism" where all races embrace one culture - Australian.


Would I wear the shirt?

Definitely and with pride.
I too am a migrant. I'm also an Australian citizen who married an Australian and has Australian children and I am proud to call Australia home.
To be offended by it is ridiculous, and our society has taken the whole P.C. thing too far.
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #92 on: October 15, 2014, 07:32:11 PM »
Quote from: briann532 on October 15, 2014, 07:27:26 PM
John Howard said it best when he said he was not racist and did not oppose immigration.
However he didn't agree with "multiculturalism". He believes Aus has a culture already that should be embraced by all.
He supports "multi racialism" where all races embrace one culture - Australian.


Would I wear the shirt?

Definitely and with pride.
I too am a migrant. I'm also an Australian citizen who married an Australian and has Australian children and I am proud to call Australia home.
To be offended by it is ridiculous, and our society has taken the whole P.C. thing too far.

Totally agree with ya
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #93 on: October 15, 2014, 07:51:52 PM »
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbI-fDzUJXI parts of this movie  just so well to parts of this thread .
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #94 on: October 15, 2014, 07:56:46 PM »
Quote from: briann532 on October 15, 2014, 07:27:26 PM
John Howard said it best when he said he was not racist and did not oppose immigration.
However he didn't agree with "multiculturalism". He believes Aus has a culture already that should be embraced by all.
He supports "multi racialism" where all races embrace one culture - Australian.


Would I wear the shirt?

Definitely and with pride.
I too am a migrant. I'm also an Australian citizen who married an Australian and has Australian children and I am proud to call Australia home.
To be offended by it is ridiculous, and our society has taken the whole P.C. thing too far.


You sir are the type of Immigrant  that Australia welcomes, great post.
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #95 on: October 15, 2014, 08:00:27 PM »
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #96 on: October 15, 2014, 08:09:53 PM »
Make the shirts out of lycra and we can turn this into a bicycle thread  ;D
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #97 on: October 15, 2014, 08:11:21 PM »
personally this is what drives me crazy, they leave there war torn countries to try and create a better life for there families then some of  them seem to want to resort back to there own ways, I don't understand the logic

nice to note that at least one out of the 200  went off tap for "criticising Australian values"

www.9news.com.au/national/2014/10/11/06/17/radical-calls-for-global-caliphate-under-islamic-law-at-meeting-in-sydney
 
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #98 on: October 15, 2014, 08:20:28 PM »
Quote from: berlitza on October 15, 2014, 08:11:21 PM
personally this is what drives me crazy, they leave there war torn countries to try and create a better life for there families then some of  them seem to want to resort back to there own ways, I don't understand the logic
exactly what I was getting at above...
I don't get it either
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nice to note that at least one out of the 200  went off tap for "criticising Australian values"
that there is ****ed... only one.

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www.9news.com.au/national/2014/10/11/06/17/radical-calls-for-global-caliphate-under-islamic-law-at-meeting-in-sydney
what the **** is a caliphate - sounds like fertilizer.

How and why are these people allowed into Australia?
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Re: Why is this racist?
« Reply #99 on: October 15, 2014, 08:54:10 PM »
Quote from: Bird on October 15, 2014, 08:20:28 PM
what the **** is a caliphate.....

According to wikipedia.......

"Caliph is a title used for Islamic rulers who are considered politico-religious leaders of the Islamic community of believers, and who rule in accordance with Islamic law. A state ruled by a caliph is a caliphate."
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