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Originally Posted by zendog3
I disagree that you should just walk away. When the real Nazis started talking that way about Jews, good people just walked away. What was despicable became acceptable, and it turned out badly. If you have the courage, you should confront that kind of speech. Racism and religious bigotry are not okay. There will always be raciest, bigots, and homophobs but we can't let them own the public space.
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First, I resent that you imply that I think racism or bigotry is okay. It is Never okay! You better reread my post and rethink your response. As to you referencing Jews, my best friend and best man at my wedding was a Jew. If you have seen my posts before, you should realize I speak against racism, bigotry and intolerance of any kind. I also think that violence should be avoided when possible. In the reported incident that was rude/boorish behavior in a local business, I stand by my position to consider the source (mental defective, drunk or just a jerk) and walk away. Report it to manager if you want or even call the police if it warranted, but avoid further confrontation as that would only escalate the situation and even become needlessly violent. That is what I would do in this incident.
So, what would you have done? Escalate the incident into a heated shouting match? Punched his lights out (you are now the aggressor in an assault and would be arrested)?
You also stated, "if you have the courage". If you were questioning my courage and not speaking in general terms, then I will tell you I proudly served 6 years in the Navy during the Vietnam era and have the medal to prove it, I have walked alone and unarmed thru streets of Philippines, Mauritius, Angola, Senegal, and other places that would scare the pants off most sane people. Question my beliefs, my political leaning or my choice of food if you want. As too my courage, think what you will. It really doesn't matter to me.
Stay safe. Stay well. Calm down. Peace!