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There are two ways that religion has been brought into public life in American history. The first way--God is on our side--leads inevitably to triumphalism, self-rightenousness, bad theology, and, often, dangerous foreign policy. The second way--asking if we are on God's side--leads to much healthier things, namely, penitence and even repentance, humility, reflection, and even accountability.

Jim Wallis
1948-
USA

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To (most) Americans visiting this site: As I understand it, this is "Love US Hate US - what the world think of America". Obviously calling for foreigners to

state what they think of this country and its people, places, etc. If it was "what the world thinks about Russia", or, lets be current: "what the world thinks about Iran" (haha), WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU-ALL WOULD BE SAYING ON THAT SITE THEN??? Another idea: let's talk about states: California versus New York or Illinois. That would be interesting wouldn't it? Do you think the Californians would be all that charming about the New Yorkers? I can tell you I live in California, and I find the New Yorkers who visit here quite rude and loud and sooo selfish. In fact I have some neighbors who moved here who are New Yorkers and are absolutely in everyone's face. A person took a parking space I was waiting for once last year and you know what he said to me afterward: "I am from New York - N-E-W-Y-O-R-K and I f--- you!". Nice, hey??? (Actually it is very funny).

So, you see: If you ask, you will get.... If it bothers you that much to read criticism, don't come here then. If you do, learn from it. Arrogance is not nice. That is what nationalism brings. It is universal.
EJ
USA

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