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Old 08-06-2007, 12:45 PM   #12 (permalink)
Sebelius for VP, not Hillary
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I agree. With certain exceptions Africa is a train wreck socially and economically. The cause? Years of internal warfare and a leadership that has leeched the wealth of Africa for their personal gain.

The author's solution would seem to be leave us alone and we'll solve our own problems. They haven't managed to do so very well in the past so what makes anyone think that Africa can go it alone in the future?

I too donate monthly for the care of a child in Uganda. Why does that make me an elitist or a snob? I'm just trying to help someone. Why should I feel guilty about African colonialism?
Well Africa's problems are really quite complex. I would suggest that anyone interested in the subject read up on African history.

I definitely agree though that it is deplorable to condemn someone for altruism.


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