Hudson Jones

Here is a quick explanation of the settlements and the problems they create. This is from MSNBC! It's rare to see these facts discussed on US television:

Look at the list of cabinet candidates. Majority of the people picked are against the very agencies they would be representing. There are also a list of warmongers, which goes against the isolationist, almost libertarian views he said he has when it comes to wars. I agree that Obama and especially Hillary were dangerous as well. Part of me is happy that Hillary was not picked, because she would have continued the same old miserable shit the previous presidents on both sides of the isle have done. Which is to represent the multi-nationals and special interest groups who have enough money to push their agenda.

I am not asking the American people to consider my feelings towards Trump. I am saying that you shouldn't get all emotional because a non-American says "we" are going towards a dangerous path. The word "we" is being used because Trump's decisions can effect non-Americans. Obama did receive scrutiny, but Trump's selections should receive more because he has picked people who are the opposite of what he had said he would pick. Where is the sewage draining? That said, I'm excited about Trump choosing the Canadian citizen, Elon Musk as part of his advisory panel.

I'm sure he will pick cabinet members consistent with his goals. There is a we. The U.S.' actions effect the whole world.

My hope is that Trump is the shock the system needs. He's already pushed aside an established politician, but the people who he is surrounding himself with is a good indication that we are going to go towards a dangerous path. These four years under Trump may finally create a situation where a genuine politician, such as Bernie may have a chance to lead America.

^ Sad looking list. I thought Trump was going to "drain the sewage". He's got establishment and special interest all over his cabinet. Oh, and.... HE'S BAAACCCK! Noted Iraq War Hawk John Bolton Is Trump’s Pick for Deputy Secretary of State Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky) has noted his opposition to John Bolton on many occasions and it would be interesting to see how Paul will react to Trump going for Bolton as the Deputy Secretary of State instead of the Secretary of State.

At least post some links to where you are getting your information. Otherwise you are going to be just noise that people will tune out.

Who is better friends with ISIS? United States or Turkey?

What if this increased standard of living (which is now on the reverse for the middle class) is at the expense of others around the world? It doesn't have to be, but America's foreign adventures did the opposite to people around the world, as far as living standards.

You liberals ruined America. Hopefully Trump can make America Great Again.

The comment about optimism was towards America going in a positive direction. Not optimism in my life. Besides it being a side-show, American politics and Americans are insignificant.

Any little optimism I had fast disappeared after the selection of his cabinet. It will be a dark 4 years.

Why even bother with debating things like this with people like him? It's like trying to debate a climate change denier. If the ICJ, the redcross, HRW, Amnesty International and all the countries' opinion cannot change his mind, why would you think you will? This is what it got like with DogOnPorch and I had to finally put him on ignore. I do recommend that you do the same. It's a waste of time.

It wasn't. Your links do not show anything about him 'withdrawing' the report. You continue to spread lies and misinformation.

The misinformation has already been pointed out: There was no withdrawing by Goldstone. It's your choice whether you want to continue the above lie or not. Nothing in the report has been withdrawn by Goldstone or the UN. The report still stands.

Many in South Africa supported their government and the apartheid system. Many in Germany supported the Nazi regime and their actions. Many in America supported the Iraq war. That's normal. People are easily moved by propaganda and the feeling of insecurity. To the point where they'll accept or become numb to vile choices their governments make. Either that or they're just not informed enough to make a rational judgement. We have set moral and ethical standards for ourselves and I wouldn't feel comfortable with myself if I looked the other way while my government and the world allowed the ugliness that we're capable of committing to continue.

No it shouldn't and it doesn't have to be. Not sure why you think if Israel follows the law it would mean that it would have to sacrifice its existence. Israel would not be committing suicide if it removes the settlements. Israel would not be committing suicide if it removes the wall that cuts deep into Palestinian territory. Israel would not be committing suicide if it allows a Palestinian State to be formed. No one buys the tired old "it's all for defensive measures" or "everyone wants to destroy us" propaganda anymore.

International law is clear that stabbings or crimes committed by individuals or groups do not warrant a response that breaks the law. That's of course, if we go with the narrative that Israel's actions are all "a response". For example: Just because a missile was shot from the Gaza Strip, this is not carte blanche for Israel to violate international law. International experts and their investigations have repeatedly found that Israel has violated the Geneva Convention, which Israel is a signatory to. Then, of course, there is also the following that Israel continues to violate Freedom of movement – Gaza blockade and West Bank restrictions Arbitrary arrests and detentions Torture and other ill-treatment Unlawful killings and Extrajudicial executions Excessive use of force Freedoms of expression, association and assembly Housing rights – forced evictions and demolitions Settler violence Impunity Refugees and asylum-seekers More on Israel's violations of international law: https://www.amnesty.org/en/countries/middle-east-and-north-africa/israel-and-occupied-palestinian-territories/report-israel-and-occupied-palestinian-territories/ http://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/1.662389 http://www.jpost.com/Arab-Israeli-Conflict/ICC-issues-first-report-on-war-crimes-in-Palestinian-Israeli-conflict-432875 http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2015/07/evidence-israeli-war-crimes-gaza-interactive-15072810-150728133534137.html

No one has once said that suicide attacks or stabbings by Palestinians are okay. There is no argument there. However, there are those, like yourself, who try to excuse Israel's killings of innocent people. Not to mention confiscation of land and its resources and the disinterest by Israel to move towards solving the issues.

No I didn't. I brought it up because you tried to laugh off the mistrust and suspicion about the organ stealing by Israel, as conspiracy theory. When in reality, Israel has been caught stealing Palestinian organs. Once in a while, I find the patience to untangle some of the messy, incoherent propaganda that you flood this forum with. I do it because I believe we need honesty and justice and I believe, as a Canadian, I have to push my country to distance itself from countries who commit crimes.

So it's not so far fetched as you tried to make it out to be since Israel has admitted to stealing the organs of dead Palestinians. When Israel has been caught doing so many terrible things to the Palestinians, anything may seem possible for them to do. There is a reason for this mistrust.

This did happen: Israel has admitted pathologists harvested organs from dead Palestinians, and others, without the consent of their families https://www.theguardian.com/world/2009/dec/21/israeli-pathologists-harvested-organs

Happened, but not happening. There is a difference. Both our last prime minister and current prime minister have apologized for many of the wrongs against the aboriginals. Of course there are still issues that need to be addressed, but Canada is NOT treating the aboriginals the way Israel is treating the Palestinians. Not even close to being comparable. A better comparison is the treatment of the blacks by the Apartheid government in South Africa.

I have no double standards. The point here is that Israel is not like Canada. The hypernationalism and the racist behaviour by many in Israel is something majority of Canadians would not engage in. The treatment of Palestinians by the Israeli government and the acceptance by the majority of Israelis is despicable and it's something that would not happen in Canada.

Just you and Argus.