They are not punishment per se. They seem to arise more frequently however when intensive agriculture is practiced. In so doing we place Nature, and Natural Systems, under \unatural stress.
Agreed, warming is the most serious existential issue, that we face (as a species).
None the less; however, these were kids. They probably did not realize, how hurtful those words were. Or were they, (dare I say it), "Aping" their parents?
Yes, but religions paying tax, would make everyone equal, and hence, one particular belief, would not be better, (than any other), particular belief. You can't get any fairer than that!
mmmm, well, be that, as it may; I just thought that I might add this little gem, from quite a few years back (ok attitudes have changed a fair bit since then)....
Incidently, I did not say, that: Because you despise (your word) our Government therefore you prefer the Government of China - I actually phrased this as a question (addressed to you). So Zero Points for Logical Inference, so far.
Finally, you claim all my arguments are based on the Epoch Times (whereas they are merely one source of information, among many in the Global Media Landscape). Maybe it is your Logic, which is at fault here, sir?
It is also interesting that they send their top students to a "Decadent" Western country; (Oz in this case); for a World Class Education, and Qualifications, (which are second to none) - whilst simultaneously despising us. Could you please enlighten me about this dichotomy? (being the giant of Logic, and Reasoning, that you are)
RE: My very own blog
Help is available, you know......