So what if we DO want war with Iraq?

[RGBVideo]

The average American can't even find Iraq on a map. Still they support the war. I hope at least the bomber pilots know where to fly.

Do they?

[Straybow]

Originally posted by Frogger
I thought you'd bring up the contention by many Newfs that the vote was rigged.

No, no! The Canadians are imperialistic expansionists because of the continuing oppression of the French in Quebec. Do you see protesters outside Canadian embassies? No. What a bunch of hypocrites.

[Tattila the Hun]

Wars... kill... people!

Just say no.

[KrazyHorse]

Originally posted by Straybow

No, no! The Canadians are imperialistic expansionists because of the continuing oppression of the French in Quebec. Do you see protesters outside Canadian embassies? No. What a bunch of hypocrites.

Too bad we actually let Quebec have a vote on sovereignty any time they want...

[Richelieu]

Originally posted by Asher
Newfoundland joined Canada in 1949.

I actually think it is the other way around. The UK gave Labrador to Newfoundland in 28.
Canada then decided it wasn't enough and gave itself to Newfoundland in 49.
The referendum was actually to decide whether or not the newfies accepted.

[Chemical Ollie]

Someone sent me this picture in an E-mail. I think it says it all. (Don't miss to read the small text at the bottom!)

[mactbone]

Generalizing is unbecoming... personally I know the position and names of all Mid-East countries and I remember learning it in 6th grade. Obviously when we have shows that purposely seek out the dumbest people imaginable you'll find people without a clue, but I'm willing to bet the majority of High School grads know the geography af the Americas, Europe and the Mid-East. Granted, I'm not sure about Africa or Asia, but that's what happens when your education is Euro-centric.

Edit:My keyboard is isn't registering everything...

[laurentius]

Nice pic Olaf. I'm going to get that printed on my poster for the next anti-war protest

[Chemical Ollie]

Originally posted by MacTBone
Geralizing is unbecoming... personally I know the position and names of all Mid-East countries and I remember learning it in 6th grade...

Well I think Apolytoners are a little better educated than the average citizen (in their respective countries). After all, it takes some intelligence and education to become a Civilization fan.

Thus, perhaps it does not make much sense to discuss general level of education here. However, I have personally met plenty of stupid Americans who cant differ Austria from Australia.

[Chemical Ollie]

Originally posted by laurentius
Nice pic Olaf. I'm going to get that printed on my poster for the next anti-war protest

That makes more sense than waving the hammer and sicle as the commies in my home town did.

[Straybow]

Originally posted by Frogger
Too bad we actually let Quebec have a vote on sovereignty any time they want...

Imperialist propaganda. A truly democratic country would have a 98% voter turnout, just like Iraq's recent re-election of Saddam Hussein.

[Richelieu]

Originally posted by Straybow

Originally posted by Frogger
Too bad we actually let Quebec have a vote on sovereignty any time they want...

Imperialist propaganda. A truly democratic country would have a 98% voter turnout, just like Iraq's recent re-election of Saddam Hussein.

Almost there :

There was a 93.52% turnout in the 1995 referendum.

Registered voters : 5 087 009
Turnout : 4 757 509
Invalid (rejected ballots) :86 501. (1.82%)

Yes option (separation) : 49.42 % (2 308 360)
No option (status quo) : 50.8% (2 362 648)

No chads. Pregnant or otherwise.

[Richelieu]

DP

[Straybow]

Obviously the Imperialists stuffed the ballot boxes.

[KrazyHorse]

Actually, Straybow, you're mixing things up.

Saddam had a 100% turnout with 100% approval. (Every single last ballot...impressive)

Mussharaf the trusted ally (who is not a dictator, really) got 98% approval in his last "referendum".