Received via e-mail… I’ve decided to share since I shouldn’t be the only one to “enjoy” the “feedback”…
Although I think your idea is commendable, it smacks of good old
‘American’ arrogance. You state that thousands of ‘innocent’ people
were killed in an ‘unprovoked’ attack. What makes a person innocent and
is it ok to kill a ‘guilty’ person? My country’s government has been
provoking since 1776. There is no condoning of violence of any kind.
Our country’s goverment illegally invaded–unprovoked–another country
and has caused the death of 10’s of thousands of ‘innocent’ people
(remember ‘shock and awe’?) and destroyed their infrastructure. There
were people from over 80 countries killed in the attacks on September
11th–and I knew one of them. Why American flags?
You are deceiving yourself if you think we are united as a country’s
people. We are so very divided on issues of peace and war and
terrorism. Aren’t we terrorists as well? Why not hike the 48 carrying
flags of all countries out of respect for our civilization?
Unfortunately, if you read the bulletin boards on AMC’s web page, you
will see that we are definitely not united as hikers. Take a look at
‘women hiking alone’. Why make claims that are not true? It would be
nice if we were united, but face it, we are not.
My ‘signature’ on the bulletin is {{{removed to preserve anonimity}}} May I suggest you read the lyrics
to John Lennon’s ‘Imagine’……….you may say that I’m a dreamer, but
I know I’m not the only one……..
I did not comment about this Flags on the 48 on the bulletin board
because I don’t think it would be appropriate…..
I hope you all have a wonderful clear sunny day, a safe trip and a good
feeling in your hearts…….
