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Travesty of justice in Lodi will one day be rectified

Updated: Tuesday, October 31, 2006 11:47 AM PST
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Dr. Wen Ho Lee is a nuclear scientist who worked at Los Alamos National Lab analyzing and predicting the behavior of the cores of nuclear bombs during the process of explosion. Two days before Christmas in 1998 he was arrested by the FBI and his whole life was turned upside down.

The Justice Department filed 59 counts of espionage charges against him. After he was humiliated for 278 days in the prison, the judge said before his release: "I believe you were terribly wronged in custody pretrial in the Santa Fe County Detention Center under demeaning, unnecessarily punitive conditions."

The judge went on to add: "Dr. Lee I tell you with great sadness that I feel I was led astray last December by the Executive Branch of our Government through its Department of Justice and the FBI ... ."

Mr. Lowell Bergman is an outstanding investigative journalist who has done groundbreaking reports for The New York Times, PBS "Frontline," and CBS "60 Minutes," which have earned him every top award in journalism. His exposés of Big Tobacco (dramatized in the film "The Insider"), the Enron scandal, the roots of terrorism, and many others, have influenced legislation and court cases and routinely sets the news agenda nationwide. His PBS "Frontline" program "Enemy Within" which aired on Oct. 10, 2006, gives a clear depiction of what happened in Lodi since June 2005. It appears same travesty of justice which occurred in Los Alamos, N.M., in 1998 was repeated in Lodi last year.

The FBI arrested five innocent people and announced that they found an al-Qaida cell in Lodi. The people involved considered it to be a case of such major importance that President Bush was briefed on the Lodi terror cell and the Intelligence Czar John Negroponte briefed Congress on the arrests. Those who were close to the people who were arrested could not believe how a dreadful wrong can be committed by the FBI and the Justice Department.

The FBI later recanted its initial of bombshell claim of an al-Qaida cell in Lodi but the damage was already done. The news reverberated like a shock wave around the world on TV screens, radio and the print media.

After four years of wire tapping, on-site informants, and direct searches of premises did not reveal any evidence that there was any illegal activity in Lodi. So the FBI and Immigration and Custom Service produced an imaginary organizational chart that connected Hamid Hayat, a sixth-grade drop out, to Osama bin Laden through a network of intermediate connections. They found a two-inch square paper (taveez — an amulet) in Hamid's pocket that was mistranslated and misconstrued to convict Hamid Hayat. This is truly a travesty of justice.

The FBI and Justice Department played the media game of scaring the American people and the media ate it up. The scary news sells. In the end they let the "Big Fish" Imam Adil and Imam Shabbir go back to their home country of Pakistan because they did not have an iota of evidence of any wrong doing against them. Long before the arrest, on the behest of a well-paid informant, they made up their minds that these people were guilty. Any evidence to the contrary did not matter. What the FBI and the Justice Department did is wrong. In the process they destroyed the lives of innocent people.

All this was a fodder for the redneck hate-mongers of Lodi. They wrote letters to the editors and those who could not write settled for blogs on the Internet. Some of these hate mongers tried to intimidate Mr. Richard Jones, the well-respected CEO of the Lodi Boys and Girls Club. Mr. Jones, a gentle and caring man who has an impeccable record of love for the people and children of Lodi, was blamed for supporting the terrorists when he tried to help a man and his family who have been terribly wronged. All Mr. Jones did was to collect few hundred dollars from his friends and fellow workers to help a man to fix his ice cream truck so that he can support his family. The people who maliciously raised voices against this act of kindness knew fully well that Mr. Jones did not do anything wrong.

The derogatory comments made against Mr. Jones and others in the community are not in response to a single act or misdeed, but a deep-seated fear, resentment and hate against other people. This community has stood up against these hate mongers in the past and I am sure it will stand up against them in future. Using the words of a Lodian, I believe "the seeds of hate will find a barren soil in lovable and livable Lodi" and the wrongs committed by our government will be rectified one day.

Taj Khan of Lodi is a retired engineer.

First published: Saturday, October 28, 2006

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Leonard wrote on Nov 8, 2006 6:43 PM:

" Army Vet: Good point! "

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Army Vet wrote on Nov 8, 2006 8:26 AM:

" If one doesn't consider themselves a "redneck hate-monger", I honestly belive Mr. Khan isn't addressing you. I have never been disrespected by any Muslim in Lodi. Have any of you? "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 6, 2006 10:14 PM:

" Dicky: Didn't the LNS caution you about your off topic mouth foaming? "

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Richard McIntyre wrote on Nov 6, 2006 6:55 PM:

" The word Gospel usually designates a written record of Christ's words and deeds. It is very likely derived from the Anglo-Saxon god (good) and spell (to tell). Also, the Normans might almost be regarded as Vikings, since they came originally from Denmark, though after settling on the French coast they had adopted French customs and a dialect of the French language. "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 6, 2006 4:27 PM:

" Brian: Well, if there is one thing you and I can agree on (and I suspect that there may well only be one thing) it is that we both don't think much of Dicky MacIntyre. "

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Brian wrote on Nov 6, 2006 2:59 PM:

" Leonard, You're halarious. I'm beginning to appreciate your methods of correcting people. "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 6, 2006 11:15 AM:

" Dicky: The Normans spoke French. "

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Brian wrote on Nov 6, 2006 7:46 AM:

" http://www.bibleanswerstand.org/God.htm I feel the need to clarify where the word God came from. Richard has obviously distorted the origins of the word God to his liking. He is not necessarily wrong. He just left out a lot. "

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Brian wrote on Nov 6, 2006 7:40 AM:

" Oddly, the exact history of the word God is unknown. The word God is a relatively new European invention, which was never used in any of the ancient Judaeo-Christian scripture manuscripts that were written in Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek or Latin. According to the best efforts of linguists and researchers, the root of the present word God is the Sanskrit word hu which means to call upon, invoke, implore. Nonetheless, it is also interesting to note the similarity to the ancient Persian word for God which is Khoda. "

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The Seeker wrote on Nov 4, 2006 6:38 PM:

" So once again, what's your point? Nobody here cares about your views on religioin anymore! Personally I think you have a lot of time on your hands. Become a Sunday school teacher or Pastor if it will make you feel better! I also think you need to get laid by the 72 virgins, maybe??? "

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Richard McIntyre wrote on Nov 4, 2006 3:46 PM:

" The word god didn't even exist 1,000 years ago. You see, in year 1066 A.D., the Normans successfully invaded the Saxons and completely replaced their language with the Anglican or English language. The word god is simply derived from the word good. The Arabic language is far older than the English Language, dating back thousands of years, and the word Allah has been used a lot longer and by more people than the word god. The word Allah can actually be found 17 times on the first page of Genesis in Arabic translations of the Bible. "

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Citizen of Lodi wrote on Nov 4, 2006 12:47 AM:

" I don't know what a redneck is. I don't know what a CC member is. All I know is that I have been reading the blogs for a long time now and can't believe what I read at times. Especially the blogs from T&C. I will not go away. It's called freedom of speech. And I have only one name and that is Citizen of Lodi. I didn't notice that it was taken by anybody blogging. The God I know is the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, not muhammed. It's Kahn's god, not mine. "

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Amazed wrote on Nov 3, 2006 9:44 PM:

" My "American born" Grandmother Mary's opinion was deleted. Yet Mr Kahn is allowed to express his bitterness and hatred for America time after time. What's with you LNS? "

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Goats eye soup wrote on Nov 3, 2006 6:35 PM:

" Something tells me that if one were to start taking up a collection to help any of the poor Muslims or Pakistanis in Lodi get back to their country of origin, the fund would quickly grow massive dollar amounts. Depending on of course, the tickets that are purchased are one-way. "

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Larry the Cable Guy wrote on Nov 3, 2006 4:43 PM:

" Sorry Mr. Khan, I misstated. I said you are free to state your views because this isn't Pakistan. Actually, if we were in Pakistan you could make all your anti-America statements, but I couldn't say anything in opposition to muslims' views could I? Oh, I guess I could, but then again I do value my life. Give me America, but then as you said I'm just a redneck. "

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T & C wrote on Nov 3, 2006 3:41 PM:

" Lodi Citizen, which god are you referring to? There are thousands of them and then some. The god on this blog is mohammed. "

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citizen of lodi and to t&c wrote on Nov 3, 2006 3:39 PM:

" That wasn't even my post but someone using my name, maybe you? And by the way, you are not a redneck. Go away CC member! How many names do you have? "

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knows West Texans wrote on Nov 3, 2006 1:23 PM:

" It is very interesting to read many of these comments and watch the name calling that goes on. There is an email going around by a Dr Vernon Chong, who is an obviously very intelligent guy, about the march of the Muslims. Do a search and I am sure it will come up. Very interesting reading. Maybe Taj should read it also. I am sure I am one of the redneck hate mongers to which Taj was referring as I have written letters to the editor. "

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Larry the Cable Guy wrote on Nov 3, 2006 12:51 PM:

" Mr. Khan - You say people who oppose your views are "Rednecks". You are free to state your thoughts because this isn't Pakistan. You do scare me, however, because you say the travisty of justice regarding the American government will be rectified. How so? You don't plan on getting a pilots license do you? "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 3, 2006 11:07 AM:

" Citizen of Lodi: No, I don't think that is what the term "redneck" means. "

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Citizen of Lodi wrote on Nov 3, 2006 9:52 AM:

" To T&C. I am quoting you directly "I work from home and get paid for it, and for posting these blogs I'm also compensated. Shows how much you know about me, coach."" If a redneck means loving God and living with my head above the sand, instead of my head stuck in it, then I a proud to be a Citizen of Lodi. Just remember this, when your head is stuck in the sand, the buzzards will be a pecking at your butt. "

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WY wrote on Nov 3, 2006 8:46 AM:

" There could be a way for these men to bridge a gap, instead they devide us more. Shaking their dirty finger at the "red neck" people of our town. The necks are red because they work out in the crops that feed some of the lazy people of the ME. These men are hateful, mean men. With no intention of making the world a better place! They are the reason we have an Army. (I think I'll wear my cowgirl clothes today and crank up the Lynard Skynard!) "

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WY wrote on Nov 3, 2006 8:34 AM:

" Richard with his knowledge of the faith and Taj with his so called "intellect", have done nothing to help the pepole of Lodi, and the world for that matter, to come together. I said it before to this man, I have never owned a slave , never threw a bomb at anyone,I never took the land from the from the native Indiains.I wasn't around a thousand years ago and I never realilized how bad we were hated by muslims till 9/11. "

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WY wrote on Nov 3, 2006 8:26 AM:

" to US ATTORNY...The child was a man and only a child when he was pulled from school at 11 years of age. Even if everyone changes their mind about how this went the fact remains that we have a serious hate problem here between cultures and one person with verbal power is not using his stewardship of his position very well. "

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Dave wrote on Nov 3, 2006 7:30 AM:

" Good Job! "

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Jeff Foxworthy wrote on Nov 2, 2006 8:55 PM:

" It's also too bad because of one man's stupidity, the Boys and Girls club will be eight balled. Gee, maybe Mr. Khan can be their new representative and financial planner. "

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You know if your a redneck when..... wrote on Nov 2, 2006 8:53 PM:

" Yes, Dickey Mcintyre is a Muslim! Didn't you see the red headed little Irish boy on channel 3 news when the Lodi Terror trial was going on? Dressed in his whitey tightey robes, in front of the Muslim church. No, I take that back he's a redneck wanna be Muslim that Allah rejected. "

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T & C wrote on Nov 2, 2006 8:04 PM:

" Compensated for posting blogs? Now that's really funny. How much are you going to give me to post yours. Just sent the check to the Richard Pombo Attorney's Defense Fund. You are indeed a redneck Lodi citizen. "

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To US Attorney wrote on Nov 2, 2006 7:58 PM:

" You shamed our country with your coward antics toward our citizens. You are not worthy of the position you hold. Shame on you. This child was innocent and you know it. Shame on you. "

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WY wrote on Nov 2, 2006 5:18 PM:

" Richard Mc lives inside the Taj m' hall. Without his religious quoting you can see his real feelings. sounds just like the retired Con. Whew... lots of hate going on here. Taj and Richard... stirring up the hate in America. They're just kick'n it, till they get their virgins. Yee frick'n ha! "

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SAD wrote on Nov 2, 2006 5:00 PM:

" Sorry, if Ricky Mac is REALLY a muslim, that must be a sad religion. All he preaches is hate and intolerance. Taj is no better. Is there a Muslim out there in Lodi that believes in "Loving they neighbor"? "

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Citizen of Lodi wrote on Nov 2, 2006 1:55 PM:

" To T&C. You are compensated for posting blogs? By whom? Ignorance is Bliss Incorporated. Give me a break! Don’t be fooled. God cannot and will not be mocked. Taj Kahn and every Muslim in America will not rest until America comes under Sheria law. It’s not a matter of if. It’s a matter of when. And when that time comes, God have mercy on us all. "

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DJ wrote on Nov 2, 2006 1:42 PM:

" Mr. Jones is a very nice guy. but the fall out from his kindness is yet to be seen. you know how many people won't donate to the boys and girls club now. Thousands $$$$ will be lost. now that's a travesty. "

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Jeff wrote on Nov 2, 2006 1:09 PM:

" wtf, was that before or after pedofile republicans like Foley were stalking our adolescent boys? Or the catholic priests for that matter? "sick" or deranged perople happen in all shapes, sizes, colors and religions. "

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wtf wrote on Nov 2, 2006 11:43 AM:

" its the pansy #$$ liberals who let this happen in our society...lets go back to the good ole days when our kids could walk the streets safely "

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wtf wrote on Nov 2, 2006 11:42 AM:

" all muslems are terrorists...believe it "

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wtf wrote on Nov 2, 2006 11:42 AM:

" round em up and hang em high. Call me a redneck til my dying day...Im proud of it. I would rather be a red neck than some sucide bomber misguided virgin monger musilum!!!!! rock on forever america we will never be free again until we kick these clowns out!!!!! "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 2, 2006 11:07 AM:

" The difference between most good patriotic Americans and youself is that we hate the Moslem Terrorists while you just hate Moslems. Racism is a disease and you need to seek a cure. "

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Crazy Horse wrote on Nov 2, 2006 9:46 AM:

" This is for all the lefty apologist A$$ kissing the Muslims..Track record Honor Killing,Killing of a Teacher for teaching young girls,9/11 Blowing up trains in Spain,London busses,Riots in France,going on to-day,riots over Danish Cartoons,Killing of Theo Vango for making a movie about how Muslims treat their women!!Want more??Get up off your Knees and see what Islam is all about.. "

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To all the rednecks wrote on Nov 2, 2006 6:08 AM:

" I am ashamed of what my government did in this case. "

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dumbfounded wrote on Nov 2, 2006 4:47 AM:

" Double check your "facts", Mr. McIntyre. Your present ones are wrong. During the war with Japan, naval battles were fought off the coast of San Francisco. Unexploded Japanese bombs were found as far inland as the Midwest. The nuclear bombs were used to bring the war to a swift end. And yes. When national survival is at stake, ALL is fair. Even in this war. "

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ex-lodian wrote on Nov 1, 2006 7:28 PM:

" Richard McIntyre sounds like a parrot and he must have been a pet at Khan's house. "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 1, 2006 6:15 PM:

" To the individual who is too cowardly to post under a single name: If you don't like the Free Speech, either pass an ammendment to repeal the First Ammedment or move to a country where speech is restricted. Otherwise, quit your weasely whining. "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 1, 2006 6:12 PM:

" I would just like to say for the record that I do not believe that Dicky McIntyre is a Moslem. "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 1, 2006 6:11 PM:

" IRTMK:In other words, the only good Jap is a dead Jap. We have seen your kind before. We saw you in 1942 when you demanded that all Americans of Japanese descent be sent to the camps.We saw you in Berlin in 1936 when you burned Jewish shops because a Jew had (supposedly) set fire to the Reichstag.We saw you in Texas in the 1920s when you hung any black who dared to stand up to Jim Crow. You are an insult to everything this country stands for and an embarrasment to the people who share this city with you. "

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To: Dave wrote on Nov 1, 2006 5:04 PM:

" Thank you for cancelling your subscription! I too will never subscribe to this paper again either, along with others I know. If LNS doesn't do something now, they will be hurting in the near future for business! "

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To: Webmaster wrote on Nov 1, 2006 5:01 PM:

" And by the way, his little buddy Mcintyre is parading him along as well! People are tired of his Anti-American crap and bashing of Christians and other religions! This needs to stop. It would be nice if you blocked the guy's i.p. address. He's proved that he too is an ignorant hater of his own country! "

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To: Webmaster wrote on Nov 1, 2006 4:59 PM:

" I agree with someone's comments earlier. Discontinue Khan's articles, period! This man is disgracing America, and you, as a newspaper should show more pride than to let this parade go on. So would you publish a detailed article on one bashing Khan and his views? We're asking that you do the right thing, and put an end to this! "

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To: MCINTRYE wrote on Nov 1, 2006 4:53 PM:

" Hey, since you seem to have the government all figured out, why don't you enlist in the Al Quieda, go over to Iraq, and then fight against the U.S. I would love to see what happens to you. You'd come running home with your tail between your legs. Maybe then you would shut your mouth, you Anti-American. "

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In Response to Mr. Khan wrote on Nov 1, 2006 4:49 PM:

" I will treat you to a missle pop, stick it where your sun don't shine, and light the fuse! You're perception of this Country and what you think of others in Lodi is way off! You are a terrorist supporter like the rest, a hate monger, and do not support nor care about the safety of THIS COUNTRY! Maybe try living in Pakistan! "

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Richard McIntyre wrote on Nov 1, 2006 4:43 PM:

" Leonard- When are you going to reveal your "How to hide a Boeing 757 in a haystack" magic trick? I can't wait. Or, how about your "How to prepare a building for demolition in less than 7 hours" magic trick. This should be good. Let me no in advance, I want front row seats. "

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Richard McIntyre wrote on Nov 1, 2006 4:38 PM:

" Dumbfounded- So let me get this straight. Out of fear of being destroyed we decided to nuke another nation with an A-Bomb and an H-Bomb? Tell me something, what did that supposed threat to our freedom ever do to us? Oh yeah, Pearl Harbor. Big woopie! What? 1,000 American lives = 1,000,000 Japanese lives. You people fell for Pearl Harbor and 9/11/01 and will continue to fall for anything your government does as long as it is done in the name of freedom (vomit). "

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Look into Dunn Case wrote on Nov 1, 2006 2:54 PM:

" The Feds went after Dunn and Bedford to support local (republican) developers that wanted to control board of supervisors. Why didn't papers look into facts of case. Local chief DA investigator wanted Dunn's Job and investigated him with Feds. The judge was a Spanos boy...perfect frame. "

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It Will Be Rectified In Lodi... wrote on Nov 1, 2006 2:33 PM:

" When this criminal serves 100% of his prison time with good behavior release credit! "

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Jeff wrote on Nov 1, 2006 10:40 AM:

" And for those that believe it's better to condemn a man despite not proving his guilt, that goes against everything on which this country was founded. And, in the vain of many who post here, if you don't like this edict of our country, MOVE! "

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Jeff wrote on Nov 1, 2006 10:36 AM:

" If the jury foreman was correctly quoted, and he presumed Hayat's guilt, then everyone, EVERYONE, should incensed! Those that support Hayat's innocence should demand a retrial with an IMPARTIAL jury. Those that support his guilt should be mad that this forman even opened his mouth. And those supporting justice should protest the system violating someone's implicit right to be presumed innocent until PROVEN guilty . "

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Jeff wrote on Nov 1, 2006 10:27 AM:

" I do not extrapolate from Mr. Khan's writings that he is trying to promote a religios war, but the rebuttles of the intolerant sure seem to. "

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Jeff wrote on Nov 1, 2006 10:26 AM:

" Fireman: Mr. Khan is a retired engineer, who, I believe, worked for SMUD. He may have actually been a nuclear engineer. In any case he is an educated man. It may be hard to believe...but some people DO read books. And some people DO inform themselves of what's going on in this country. I remember the Los Alamos case; his refernce to it was pointing out errors made by our judiciary and local hysteria that often follows them. "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 1, 2006 10:05 AM:

" Biter Parade: The only person I see trying to engender hatred around here is you (no matter how many different names you may be posting under). "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 1, 2006 10:03 AM:

" Fireman: Extrapolate? You are the one who was trying to link Khan to nuclear proliferation based on his reading habits. You, my dear sir, are a fear mongerer and you ought to be ashamed of yourself. "

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Fireman, to Leonard wrote on Nov 1, 2006 9:38 AM:

" Leonard, you sure know how to extrapolate and put words in a guy's mouth. What in the heck does the internment of the Japanese have to do with a local clown who is promoting a religious war? "

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nylodian wrote on Nov 1, 2006 7:48 AM:

" By the way, Mr. Kahn, I can write letter to the editor, and do so where I live. However, I chose to "blog" in anonimity here because I don't want my family and friends in Lodi to be targeted because of my opinions. "

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nylodian wrote on Nov 1, 2006 7:41 AM:

" LNS will continue to publish Mr. Kahn's rampages because he pushes buttons, and htat $ell$ papers. Mr. Kahn may be able to outline problems, but doesn't offer any solutions. He is doing peaceful American Muslims a disservice. "

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Bitter Parade wrote on Nov 1, 2006 5:24 AM:

" Taj, Baby, so werent you the one in the backround at city hall with your psudo muslim brother Beckman waving the Rodney King Flag, "Cant we all just get along? I see what you are doing, Your goal is to nurture your Americans vs Muslims hostility to make Muslims just like all the other minorities and claim discrimination and put all Americans in running scared mode. You make me sick! "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 1, 2006 4:42 AM:

" Fireman: At the time I was happy because I knew this horrible tragedy could never happen again, but when I hear hate mongerers like yourselves labelling every American of Mid East descent a "terrorist" I know that I was simply being naive. History can and does repeat itself. "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 1, 2006 4:40 AM:

" Fireman: When I was in High School, I did a project on the internment of the Japanese. I interviewed a couple of the survivors of the camps who lived around town and I was shocked to hear about the way that, even here in Livable Loveable Lodi they were demonized overnight by the people who had just days before been their friends and neighbors, to the point that their propery was confiscated, their families were broken up and they were shipped off to prision camps. "

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Leonard wrote on Nov 1, 2006 4:36 AM:

" I occasionally find myself wondering whether Dicky McIntyre really is a Moslem, The more he rants the more he sounds like an anti Moslem provacateur. Dicky, are you really THAT dedicated to casting the faith of Islam in a bad light? I know several Moslems and none of them are anywhere near as addlebrained as you pretend to be (it is an act, right?) "

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dumbfounded wrote on Nov 1, 2006 3:27 AM:

" The A-bomb and the H-bomb were used against a country that was trying to destroy us. NEWSFLASH: We have some left. "

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Richard McIntyre wrote on Oct 31, 2006 6:54 PM:

" For all of you flagwaving patriotic clowns who can't even find employment with Barnum and Bailey's Freak Show, know that the quarter million people your government vaporized in an instant in Hiroshima stands at the head of all attrocities ever committed since the beginning of time. Brian- How long has your silly democracy lasted compared to Shari'ah Law?. See me after the next millenium is up and then we can talk. "

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Richard McIntyre wrote on Oct 31, 2006 6:34 PM:

" Bedtime Story, by Richard McIntyre. Daughter: "Look momma, what's that?" Mother: "It's an airplane full of peace-loving, non-violent Christians, honey." Daughter: "What's that attached to the plane, momma?" Mother: "That's democracy, honey." Daughter: "It looks more like an A-bomb, momma." Mother: "Don't let them Muslims fool you, they're the terrorists, honey." Daughter: "When's the last time you took a dump, momma? You're full of crap." Mother: "God Bless America, honey!" Daughter: "Huh?" (sound of bomb dropping) peeeeeeeeeeeeooooooooooooooboooooooooom! "

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Fireman wrote on Oct 31, 2006 6:29 PM:

" So now this nut case is reading books about nuclear weapons. And Los Alamos. Somebody make him go away. "

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Leonard wrote on Oct 31, 2006 5:27 PM:

" Dan: Yeah, I think we are hearing the sound of one Freedom Hater flatulating. When will the LNS limit posters to one identity? "

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Dan wrote on Oct 31, 2006 3:07 PM:

" So Dave (with the 35-year subscription) and all the fake-names are "Crusading" for abolishion of The Bill of Rights? No more free press, no more free speech. I'm afraid they will all be much more unhappy if and when they get the oppression they yearn for. "

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Ajax wrote on Oct 31, 2006 11:33 AM:

" I support the right of Mr. Kahn to speak his mind and that does not need to be conditioned on a loyalty oath of any kind. I may not like the message but the right of free speach should not be chilled through these various attempts to attack him rather than the message. Debate the message without attaking the man. Mr. Kahn should also heed those words, his words depicting dissenters from his views detract from his attempt to intiate a public debate. "

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Dave wrote on Oct 31, 2006 11:20 AM:

" just got off the phone with LNS canceled service of 35 years. Why continue to surport Taj and a paper so bias "

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Arrand J. Southworth wrote on Oct 31, 2006 8:47 AM:

" The travesty, Khan, is that you support murderous muslim monsters from the peace and tranquility of the United States of America and your Lodi home. When was the last time you said the pledge of allegiance ? I didn't think so. Do muslim crazies celebrate thanksgiving, a time we give thanks for all that we have ? I didn't think so either. "

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Bradbury Tarkenton wrote on Oct 31, 2006 8:27 AM:

" Here is the travesty, Osama Khan !! http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=52699 "

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Bitter Parade wrote on Oct 31, 2006 8:17 AM:

" Taj, Baby, Sweetheart, listen. I am sure I am not alone here when I say that we are very tired of the weekly Muslim community hate updates. Especially when you lace them with such bitterness. Your redundant message of america bashing is tiring. Be thankful you can have this forum, Countrys you worship would cut your hands off and rip out your tongue. "

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Defamation wrote on Oct 31, 2006 7:50 AM:

" This hatred, ridicule and opposition from Khan must stop. His words are fueling greater anger amongst his followers. This is not healthy communication. If he wrote something like this at work as opposed to the protected print space in the opinion section, his employment would end. No one wants this anger anymore. Please stop. "

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12x wrote on Oct 31, 2006 7:38 AM:

" We all know very well Kahn's views on America, Lodians, and ice cream vendors that send countless $$$ to middle east "training camps". I'd like to see an article from him where he expresses his views on the torture and killings performed in the name of his god, Allah. I believe Kahn finds it easy to bash another culture, but finds it too hard to defend his own cult of violence, as described in the Koran. "

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Discontinue Mr. Khan's Articles Please! wrote on Oct 31, 2006 7:26 AM:

" You allow Khan to write Potentially libelous statements or damaging innuendo against America,You allow Khan to Personally attack American citizens in his articles, and you allow him to insult the freedoms and way of live we have in America. Yet you refuse to post our comments if we condemn what he maliciously say about America. I am ashamed of Khan and for LNS printing his crap! LNS should not be a platform to disrespect America! "

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Albus wrote on Oct 31, 2006 5:09 AM:

" It is sad and frightening to see the posters here employing many of the same tactics that the Nazis used to dehumanize the Jews in preparation for the Holocaust. We are all individuals and Americans and we should be judged on our own merits, not on the basis of what somone else might think about our religion. "

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oh wrote on Oct 31, 2006 1:20 AM:

" Shame on LNS for continuing with this mans wrightings!You have had numerous people request that you end this but refuse!I think that you are sick!How many more need to tell you this before you stop? "

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WY wrote on Oct 30, 2006 10:40 PM:

" Mr.Taj... Hamid Hayat dropped out of school in the 6th grade(11-12years old) here in Lodi? Isn't it law for children to attend school at least till they are 16? He can't even drive the icecream truck at that age! or did he? OK ... so where is CPS? I mean for real! Why are these kids dropping out at 11 years of age and living in a garage? Something isn't right with this picture. "

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Joe Ironbear wrote on Oct 30, 2006 9:21 PM:

" The real travesty is muslims chopping off heads, killing women and children, blowing up innocent people, torturing women, slashing the guts out of "infidels', bombing innocent children, hiding explosives in mosques, do I need to go any farther" Muslims are the scourge of the world's decency. What have you done to make it better ?.....Ummm...Nothing "

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WY wrote on Oct 30, 2006 7:56 PM:

" Mr.Taj.. Are you going to attend the Veterans Day Celebration to honor our American Heroes that gave you your freedom to write the way you do? A simple yes or no will do. "

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Be responsible LNS wrote on Oct 30, 2006 7:35 PM:

" If someone wrote like this on the blog, it would be limited. This man's words are of anger and hatred. Even at the time of the arrests, he threatened to fight others. Everyone in this town and country has been very civil. Time for you to be! LNS, you need to be more responsible with his writing. Shame on you! If you want to empower him, than make him accountable. Tired of this negative rhetoric in Lodi. "

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T & C wrote on Oct 30, 2006 7:25 PM:

" Crazy Horse, are you having a temper tantrum or what? I'm a retired construction worker with a very nice pension and social security, and don't depend on a welfare check. You have your opinion and I have mine. If you want to call names, please do that to someone you know, not just a blog name. I can get nasty, too, but I choose not to. "

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Dixon wrote on Oct 30, 2006 4:02 PM:

" Taj, I have a great deal of respect for you and I know you have a concern about the issues in the Middle East, but I don't believe it helps you to refer to anyone as "the redneck hate-mongers of Lodi". There are many people in Lodi willing to listen to reasonable voices but get turned off by comments like that. "

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Flaghead wrote on Oct 30, 2006 3:14 PM:

" The largest religion in the world is Christianity (when offshoots such as LDS and Christian Science are added in) next is the Islamic faith, and third world wide are the Agnostics and Deists who wish to claim no affliation with any organized religion. Then ist is a real drop in percentages down to the multitude of other religions. Of the top three, though, Islam is the only one that seems to remain silent about the slaughter of non-believers. What are the two other groups to think? "

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love it wrote on Oct 30, 2006 2:30 PM:

" i just love it when taj kahn gets underneath ya"ll redneck skins and believe it or not bush knew what he was doing to create hate against muslim redneck wake up you stinkin a$$ "

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Crazy horse wrote on Oct 30, 2006 1:29 PM:

" T&C You work from home and get paid for it!swell is that welfare?Your bias shows you for what you are,far left of center. You take but don't give back in return.You radical leftys have flat ruined the Democratic party your way to go thru life is with knee pads,chap stick and rectal lube.Have a nice day!! "

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Worst nightmare wrote on Oct 30, 2006 12:12 PM:

" WTF please look into spell check so we are not brought down by Ineptness. Yes, Lodi people are set in their ways and people seem to have a red-blooded American stance but sometime we are misguided on our views. When it comes down to it, views are all that are being presented rather than fact. I am not perfect but remember the Bible Jesus told us to fix ourself before trying to help others. Good comments because that makes sure people are thinking. "

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2 You Would Love For Us To Believe wrote on Oct 30, 2006 12:05 PM:

" ICE CREAM TRUCKS MAKE ALOT OF MONEY. AVERAGE SALE A DAY IS 300 DOLLARS AND 150-200 ALL PROFIT AND ITS HARD WORK BUT YOU OWN YOUR OWN BUSINESS SO IF SOMEONE SAVE 30K FROM SELLING ICE CREAM. "

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T & C wrote on Oct 30, 2006 12:03 PM:

" Ajax, these are some of the less severe techniques of dub...yah and his neoKKKon comrades. The whole of the republiKKKon party endorses this kind of behavior. Ask Trent Lott. "

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To Mr Khan wrote on Oct 30, 2006 11:50 AM:

" You neglect to mention Mr. Jones is teaching the children from the Boys + Girls Club to support criminals. Mr. Hyat pleaded GUILTY to illegally smuggling thousands of dollars out of the U.S. into Pakistan and lying to US Customs Agents. HE IS A CRIMINAL!! "

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Ajax wrote on Oct 30, 2006 9:09 AM:

" It's apparent that the local FBI and US attorneys office: (1) hyped the facts of the cause (which in my experience is unfortunately quite common), (2) used dubious and unreleible interview techniques, and (3) helped create the crimes that they sought. But the gov't conduct is not entrapment and the elements of the crimes does appear to be well grounded in truth. I doubt these individuals are inncocent of seeking to harm U.S., but the younger Hayat is probably not guilty of his convicted crimes but rather something less severe. "

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T & C to does he work wrote on Oct 30, 2006 8:59 AM:

" My hobby is getting under the skin of people like you that don't have a clue. I'm just stating my ideas and opinion and it's not even directed towards you. Why are you so worried about me? I'm retired and spend time at the computer lot doing surveys and promotions for various businesses and corporations. I work from home and get paid for it, and for posting these blogs I'm also compensated. Shows how much you know about me, coach. "

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To Mr. Khan.... wrote on Oct 30, 2006 7:16 AM:

" You obviously HATE America, but you sure love those AMERICAN DOLLARS don't you? "

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You Would Love For Us To Believe... wrote on Oct 30, 2006 7:13 AM:

" That the muslims busted in Lodi were innocent...but it isn't gonna happen! If selling ice cream bars from a broken down van will reap $30,000.00 after expenses, Dang...let's all quit our low paying jobs and sell ICEREAM! "

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nylodian wrote on Oct 30, 2006 6:45 AM:

" Of course, these actions don't make these people terrorists, but it sure doesn't help ease fear and mistrust of the Muslim community. What might, Mr. Kahn, is if your community openly denounces terrorists and their attacks, and openly aids in stopping cells here. "

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nylodian wrote on Oct 30, 2006 6:38 AM:

" Mr. Kahn: How 'bout when a neighbor puts little AMERICAN flags on all the neighbor's lawns for Flag Day and the ONLY family in the neighborhood that removes theirs is also the only Muslim family? What are the "rednecks" to conclude? "

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nylodian wrote on Oct 30, 2006 6:34 AM:

" To Mr. Khan: do you suppose when Muslim teenagers drove around Lodi, cheering and waving an arabic flag after 9/11, maybe it was their actions that helped fuel some fear and resentment in this community? (cont) "

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akmed hussein wrote on Oct 29, 2006 9:59 PM:

" You bloggers are all over the chart. Taj loves all American freedoms: schools, pensions, cleanliness, and priviledges. You name it. Other than that, he hates America and all it stands for. He wants everything he has, but prays for a 7th to 8th century government that values goats, camels and women in similar light. Interview him. He is not in tune with America. Marty is doing a disservice to both Lodians and Taj by publishing his "Death to America" rantings. "

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Does he work? wrote on Oct 29, 2006 9:02 PM:

" Hey T&C, you need to get a job, hobby or start collecting aluminum cans or something. Hanging out all day in the blogs is kinda creepy.. "

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T & C wrote on Oct 29, 2006 8:22 PM:

" T & C Attacks again adds another valuable opinion on this board. Glad to see I've got your paranoia released again. LOL "

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T & C Attacks wrote on Oct 29, 2006 4:38 PM:

" T&C revs up the hate machine again with this latest gem. "hate like a typical neoKKKon.". Very classy T&C. "

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T & C Attacks wrote on Oct 29, 2006 4:35 PM:

" T&C again spools up the name calling machine, now labeling critics "republiKKKon". Nice show, but hardly compelling. "

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Trurhfull wrote on Oct 29, 2006 8:46 AM:

" I'm Sorry Mr. Kahn but I decided to find out what your religions core beliefs are.I read Robert Spencer's excellent book "The Truth About Muhammad".Untill I hear Something else from you and your fellow muslim friends I guess I'll have to live with the title "redneck".May the mercifull God that I know "Bless America". "

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T & C wrote on Oct 29, 2006 8:16 AM:

" I don't understand your propaganda, Crazy Horse, about being a democrat and yet calling yourself and your party a "communist". Please elaborate. You sound like a disgruntled republiKKKon that really doesn't understand politics. "

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T & C wrote on Oct 29, 2006 8:12 AM:

" Crazy Horse, then vote for Pombo. Now that republiKKKon party has so much to offer than the democrats. At least you have an open mind and don't practice partisanship that's destroyed America already. Our freedoms are naively being taken away. "

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A. J. Wellington wrote on Oct 29, 2006 6:54 AM:

" A travesty is that poor devil, Rose, who spent 10 years in prison. This is simply a blip by someone who, given a chance, would have done what he was charged with. A moderate muslim is one who prays before they chop off your head. The bloggers are correct, Taj hates America....but loves our freedoms. "

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Crazy horse wrote on Oct 28, 2006 9:47 PM:

" FYI for wtf and t&c I'm a regestered Democrat who can't stand the Euro commie left wing of my party!!One thing for sure Harry Truman and JFK are spinning in their graves over the crap that passes for leadership of the party a cajone less bunch of crud.... "

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T & C wrote on Oct 28, 2006 7:42 PM:

" I see the dub...yah supporters are out tonight, once again blaming the muslims for dub...yah's stupidity and spreading their own brand of hate. I wonder if they feel the same after they take their withe sheets and hats off? Always saying why can't we get along and then stirring up the hate like a typical neoKKKon. "

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wtf wrote on Oct 28, 2006 3:18 PM:

" Crazy Horse I would suggest looking a little closer to home rather than in the desert if there's another "terruhist" attack. Like, maybe, at a house that's white. "

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Brian wrote on Oct 28, 2006 2:51 PM:

" wtf, Yes indeed you need to wake up from your slumber. As long as you think the Bush Administration is the cause of radical Islam you can never be convinced of the true roots of radical Islam. Your view is detrimental to you and your family. "

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Crazy Horse wrote on Oct 28, 2006 2:00 PM:

" WTF,Not if but when some son's of the sand box set off a dirty bomb in this country I would love to tell you I told you so and then put a size 12 where it would do the most good... "

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Crazy Horse wrote on Oct 28, 2006 1:54 PM:

" Lets see we have Shiite,Sunni and Wahhabi Muslims and do the get along "NO" they hate one another and kill one another(nice)Riots over Danish cartoons,you people behead a teacher for teaching girls (Siri Lanka)Kill Theo Vango for making a movie about the way muslims treat women. blow up trains in Spain, Busses in england and 9/11 and you so called moderates don't speak up!! and you wonder why we don't trust you!! If you dislike this country so much pack up and go home... "

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wtf wrote on Oct 28, 2006 1:50 PM:

" Unfortunately, the hateful and ignorant people who write derogatory comments appear to have trouble grasping the fact that fear is the agenda of this administration - fear and hate - and this administration will always "need" another enemy - which will be conveniently labeled "terruhist". These ignorant writers don't seem to realize that they could be next. "

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wtf wrote on Oct 28, 2006 12:47 PM:

" An additional travesty of justice is the Bush family using the war in Iraq to make obscene profits for themselves and their cronies while thousands of our best young men and women in the military and innocent Iraqis are dying to make this so. War is a profitable business to these people and we're all expendable cannon fodder. http://www.heatherwokusch.com/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=86 http://wakeupfromyourslumber.blogspot.com/2006/10/america-seduced-into-war-based-on-lies_27.html "

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Dave wrote on Oct 28, 2006 12:20 PM:

" So if someone has a opiion or comment different from you they are hate mongers? Everything you write is full of hate. You have never said anything good about the USA. "