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Old 04-05-2008, 03:55 AM   #12 (permalink)
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Because it is an attempt to rectify the ongoing effects of past and present discrimination.
Which in itself is plain wrong. As I've said, I cannot be responsible for the actions of my ancestors. I do not have to make any apology for their actions.

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Whether it is wrong or right is different but to call it racism is just all rhetoric and makes you look as silly as those who compulsively yell socialist at things like the NHS or Welfare.
Rubbish. Discriminating against people on the grounds of race is the very definition of racism. Just because the policy is against white people does not make it any different or any more acceptable.
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