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Content by Srebrenica Forever
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Reviews Written by Srebrenica Forever (Sweden)
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0 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Vague arguments!, Aug 11 2002
The author of this book is making an attempt to convince the reader that capital punishment is inhumane, gruesome and unjustified. Paradoxically, Johnson makes no mention of all innocent people who have been brutally murdered, raped, molested or tortured. Instead, he endeavors to make the reader feel sorry for psychopaths on death row. We are talking about individuals who have murdered, raped, molested and tortured innocent people. They have forfeited their legal right to live in our society. As is well-known, psychopaths are usually cunning, insidious, charming, manipulative, callous and can easily deceive their psychiatrists. It has been documented that malefactors frequently relapse into criminality upon release and commit additional crimes of gruesome nature. I wonder if abolitionists take into consideration the following aspects: What if they or their children were the next potential victim of a released convict? If people had known that they were the next potential victim of a "rehabilitated" murderer, I am not sure that they would oppose the death penalty. Abolitionists seem to think that as long as they do not get in a way of a murderer then they are against capital punishment. This way of reasoning is highly egotistical! However, this aspect has to be taken into consideration when forming an opinion on the subject matter. It is not possible to be objective about this issue. Dangerous criminals shoud either be incarcerated for life or sentenced to death. This is the only way to ensure maximum security for the public. We must not allow murderers, rapists and child molestors to commit additional crimes. In conclusion, this book presents vague arguments against the death penalty. It is ambiguous and has many shortcomings.
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Fallacious Arguments, Aug 10 2002
Undoubtedly, felons who commit heinous crimes deserve to be sentenced to death. There is no argument there. In my view, child molestors, murderers and rapists have forfeited their legal right to live in our society. It should be stressed that a gruesome deed must not be justified under any circusmtances; if a malefactor has had a difficult childhood this cannot excuse let alone justify his actions. This is irrefutable! As is well-known, psychopaths are usually cunning, insidious, manipulative, narcissistic and charming. Moreover, they are unable to feel guilt and remorse. Rehabilitation is effective in some cases but in most cases it does not work. Notorious felons are known to relapse into criminality upon release. Psychopaths can often deceive their psychiatrists because they are manipulative and shrewd. Therefore, capital punishment is the most effective punishment next to life sentence.
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1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars
A deliberate attempt to misrepresent the facts!, Aug 6 2002
It is by now a well-established fact that the war in Bosnia was not a civil war but a genocide. Paradoxically, Peter Antonijevic does not seem to share this view. It is well-known that Serbians started the war in an attempt to annihilate all Muslims and create "Great Serbia"- a state comprising of Serbians only! The director Peter Antonijevic deliberately misrepresents and distorts the facts. For instant, it has been documented that Serbians committed a large majority of the war crimes (including rapes) in Bosnia- check David Rohde for corroboration. Ironically, in this particular case the perpetrator "happens" to be a Muslim. This is an insidious move by the director to blind the viewer with hatred toward all Muslims. As was expected, this movie starts with an atrocious act committed by Muslim fundamentalists ( a very popular term in the Western media). The lead actor seeks to avenge the death of his wife and child and on that account joins the Serbian army, whose primary objective is to kill as many Muslims as possible. Clearly, Antonijevic tries to malign Bosnian Muslims but this is not strange considering the fact that Antonijevic is a Serbian. It is evident that he is subjective and this seriously undermines the overall impression of the movie. Peter Antonijevic appears to be oblivious to the following facts: of the 300.000 victims of the Bosnian war- 85% were Muslims, check David Rohde and others for corroboration. Admittedly, he fails to realize that Serbians were the aggressors whereas Muslims were victims of the gruesome genocide. This is a fact of life. Thus, with this movie, the director reveals that he loathes Muslims. In short, the purpose of this movie is solely to convince its viewers that all Muslims are evil and barbaric. Peter Antonijevic is to my mind a very prejudiced person.
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Outstanding!, July 29 2002
By way of introduction, I would like to say that this is an extraordinarily well-written book that divulges the gruesome atrocities that took place in my hometown. Srebrenica, a so called UN "SAFE AREA", was under the constant attack of the Serbian army, during the Bosnian war. UN's primary task was to protect civilians from Serbian soldiers but they failed. Innocent Bosnian civilians were betrayed by the International community and left for dead. UN officials and others in charge appeared to be indifferent to the immense suffering of the Bosnian people. As is well-known, one of the worst massacres after the World War 2 took place in Srebrenica. In my view, the international community must be held accountable for these heinous deeds. UN's indifference and passivity cost at least 10.000 innocent lives! This is extremely unjust and it makes me enraged and bewildered! This is truly a splendid book that I highly recommend to all people who want to gain an insight into horrendous plights of Bosnian people!
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A Masterpiece!, July 26 2002
By way of introduction, I would like to state that this book contains virtually every essential element of the Bosnian tragedy. The author reveals the sheer indifference of the United Nations to the slaughter of a great number of innocent Bosnian civilians. As is well-known, one of the worst massacres after the World War 2 took place in Srebrenica before the eyes of the whole world! Admittedly, the United Nations failed to undertake necessary measures to prevent the bloodshed. In spite of the fact that Srebrenica was under UN "protection", eight thousand innocent Bosnian civilians had been killed!! Even today, no one knows whether or not these people are alive. However, it is most likely that these helpless people were brutally murdered. Indisputably, the war in Bosnia was not considered a priority by the international community; on that acccount many innocent civilians were killed. This book divulges that the international community is highly accountable for the Bosnian tragedy and the fact that approximately 300.000 people were killed!
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A thorough scrutiny of Media's pervasive role in society!, July 24 2002
Initially, I would like to say that this is without doubt the most intelligent book on the subject matter! It reveals the insidious methods commonly employed by the Media. Accordingly, these methods are used to manipulate and mislead the public's mind, especially in areas concerning foreign politics, domestic issues including racial discrimination and unjust distribution of wealth! People have to face the indisputable fact that the Media is controlled by the government. Unedeniably, the media frequently misrepresent the facts in order to protect the government from public discontent! I highly recommend this book to everyone who wants to understand how the media control the public's mind. Buy this book immediately! Noam Chomsky is a master!
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by Noam Chomsky Edition: Paperback |
| Price: CDN$ 13.05 |
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An Important Insight into Terrorism and its Causes!, July 14 2002
By way of introduction, I would like to say that Chomsky is one of the most intelligent and proficient writers in the world. Most importantly, he always assumes an objective view to international conflicts. In this book, Chomsky accounts for the events that led to September 11 attack. It should be stressed that Noam by no means attempts to justify the atrocious attack on World Trade Center. Instead, he seeks to explain why a great number of third world countries view the US as an enemy. Killing innocent people must not be justified under any circumstances; this is irrefutable! Nonetheless, understanding the underlying causes may be of great importance in forming an objective opinion of the conflict. Undeniably, there are numerous aspects of the US foreign politics that are erronous, unjust, debetable and ambiguous! Noam Chomsky provides an invaluable insight into US involvement in international conflicts. The greatest strength of this book is clear and lucid arguments that are supported by empirical evidence! Buy this book today; it is without doubt the most intelligent and elaborate book on the subject matter!
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A Pathetic Attempt to Conjure up the Patriotism!, July 10 2002
This is a typical Hollywood movie that aims to enhance the patriotic feelings in the Americans. The director makes a futile attempt to justify the American involvement in Somalian conflict. Ironically, Americans feel that they have the legal right to interfere with different world conflicts! Naturally, the director explains the conflict as seen from the American perspective and subsequently ignores the indisputable facts pertaining to this conflict. I know of no American war movie that assumes an objective perspective to a given conflict. Unfortunately, being the world's most powerful state, the U.S. abuses this power by employing flawed foreign politics! This is evident in the fact that the U.S. support Israel 's occupation of the Palestine and thus ignore the immense suffering of the Palestinian people.
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An In-depth Analysis of English Grammar!, May 24 2002
This is a very useful tool especially for prospective English teachers. It discusses various complex grammatical points and sheds light on syntax. A word of warning: this is not a traditional grammar book! However, if you intend to specialize in English grammar, this is the ultimate reference for you. Teachers should be able to incorporate certain aspects into their teaching! If you seek to master the English grammar, buy this book this instant. Nonetheless, if you need an introductory book to English grammar, do not buy this book.
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Amazing!, May 21 2002
This is one of the greatest war movies of all times. Tanovic's exceptional sense of humour helps enhance the clear message, namely that any war is completely meaningless and devestating. Tanovic reveals the indifference of the UN in regard to the heinous war crimes that took place in Bosnia. This is a great movie that will disclose the horrors of the Bosnian tragedy!
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