dudeski wrote:Ming wrote:If you read the post again - go slowly and you might understand some of the longer words - you will see that I did not seek to define terrorism.
"Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor?!"
It was an impassioned, heartfelt rant. Just, unfortunately, completely mistaken.
Terrorism is a real word. It has an actual meaning. By no stretch of the imagination would Nelson Mandela ever fit that actual definition. People can call anyone anything. Many people have called Bush a terrorist, with the same disregard for actual reality. That's one of the wonderful things in life -- people are free to call anyone anything they want!
But hey, as you said, I'm nobody, my opinion is worthless to you! So please, continue on, rant away. I assume you enjoy it, so please do carry on!
Well thank you for the reply. Perhaps it was a little harsh. But when defining who should be classified as a terrorist, do bear in mind that you will find a wide range of opinions on the matter. The best, and broadest, definition I have heard is, 'One who seeks to achieve a political end using violent means'. Terrorism does not always involve attacks on the 'innocent', but quite who the innocent are is also open to interpretation.