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Abubakar Baba
Nigeria |
15/07/2008 |
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RE Obama Stirs |
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This shows the true Democracy in Anerica full of treachery, blackmail and manipulation of under informed AMERICANS!!!!!! GOD save Nigeria! thats trying to copy America!!!!!!!!!! |
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Saed Mohamed Ali
Somalia |
15/07/2008 |
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Obama is not muslim |
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I think its clear that Obama is not muslim. he told to the reporters and his campaign that he Christian. But the Question is if he is muslim or jewish or christian didn't he have the right to become a president in America? Totally the answer is yes. |
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Binka
Algeria |
15/07/2008 |
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Obama cartoon stirs controversy |
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No wonder, that is democracy - American way. Ofcourse a proof of American under-education |
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jaheim rogerz
South Africa |
15/07/2008 |
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trash |
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i will agree with you ever says Obama has got alot to do than listen and respond to this kind off trash. its obvious that one wants to tanish his image.i think his got already aheap of work to attend to than this kind of nosense
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Colin McInnes
Canada |
15/07/2008 |
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Obama cartoon |
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Satire requires that your audience be smart enough to "get it", and although the New Yorker staff may believe that it's readers are that clever, most Americans browsing the magazine racks are sadly not. |
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Sherpa
Canada |
15/07/2008 |
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who owns the New Yorker? |
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Aljazeera you probably already know. Are the whites at the top of the pyramid are getting nervous? Tasteless cartoon... |
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Silverrunner
Afghanistan |
15/07/2008 |
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Bravo New Yorker |
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You finally ge the pay off you longed for.
100% of America will purchase this issue.
From the Good ole Boys to your Trailer Park Trash .
I say ...Well Done in the advertisement market |
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Mohammed
Nigeria |
15/07/2008 |
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obamacarton |
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So what if Obama is a muslim. Sooner or later a muslim would rule america. Only Islam can bring true peace to the world. |
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Tara
United States |
15/07/2008 |
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It is unfortunate to see the cover. It is also unfortunate that the Obama campaign has to create a website to stop the rumors. I really doubt McCain or any of the other white cannidates had to create one.
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HONEST MUNTANGA
South Africa |
15/07/2008 |
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what a red faced joke |
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It just shows how red faced and scared of the world,the Americans are.It was wise of OBAMA say nothing. |
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Cymro
United Kingdom |
15/07/2008 |
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New yorker |
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The cartoon is clearly satirical and those that complain about it clearly don't understand satyr and the beneficial effect it has in a mature democracy. |
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Gabr
United States |
18/07/2008 |
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Cartoon and Media |
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one thing that seems to be missing here is that most americans simple don't care altogether that much about the opinions of our talking heads in the media. Everyone is saying that Americans are stupid for making a fuss about this, but its really the media making it this way. Network news viewership keeps plumetting, and the networks wonder why everyone is turning to the internet, and non-american sources for news - because american news is full of it. So don't be so quick to pin it on Americans. |
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Ewan
Canada |
18/07/2008 |
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Upsetting |
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The most upsetting thing about this issue, is the fact that the majority of americans (particularly the outspoken and reactionary media) fail to grasp the entire concept of satire.
This is a popular sentiment apparently...
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Teab
Indonesia |
18/07/2008 |
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Obama cartoon |
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It’s a proof of how powerful the right wing christens are around Bush in US.
Since Obama has appeared on the stage it was clear those guys will shoot at him with everything they have.
Unfortunately Obama has made a U Turn in his own policy by starting to pleas those guys.
He should have listened more carefully to his priest.
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Henok Negussie
Ethiopia |
18/07/2008 |
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obama cartoon controversy |
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It clearly showed that the American press is welding its power to create, as usual, conflict and tarnish the image of sen. B. Obama. This is the work of people who do not want to see a black American in the Oval Office. They are expressing their fear that one day racial equality will reign in America!!! |
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Jeanne
United States |
18/07/2008 |
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Much more than cartoons |
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Politicians in the Republican Party keep "accidently" calling him Osama instead of Obama, to associate him in voters' minds with bin ladin -Many Americans say they won't vote for him because they think he's a Muslim-Some people say they won't vote for him because his middle name is Hussein, like the former ruler of Iraq's last name-(I probably spelled that wrong-Please forgive me)-They're selling a racist T-shirt that says "Obama in '08" that has a picture of a monkey peeling a banana on it- |
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ikran
United Kingdom |
18/07/2008 |
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black or muslim |
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the article about obama and his wife is offensive. so what if he is muslim? why has muslim not got a right to be a president. i think it is pathetic that america speciality the white have to consider themselves (big) to tell and potray some a muslim when he is clearly saying he aint. added to that i true muslim will never denie his religion.
i say bravo to abama, and it is about time a black man lead. be proud to be black obama and hope you succed we are following you. |
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Jack Vahe
United States |
18/07/2008 |
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I don't give a rat's ass - -All I want is Bush and Cheny to leave U.S. government service as quickly as possible- - -in my opinoin, they are the worst of the worst to ever hit American politics. How republicans can still believe this crap is beyond me!!. |
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Rob
United States |
18/07/2008 |
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"They do understand" |
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The New Yorker tries to catch attention since it isn't as popular as, say, Newsweek or the Economist. I enjoy satire, but in the interest of good taste, this image should not have made it to the cover. The Economist did polling & found that most in Middle America do understand the joke. The New Yorker comes over as a stereotypical "liberal elitist" outfit showing the Democrats' ugly side. This is neither good for national unity nor Obama's electoral success. |
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brainsucker_angel
Philippines |
19/07/2008 |
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Yes! Of course its satire. |
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The intentions of The New Yorker is obviously to satirize the miscopcentions about Obama. The intention is good, I believe, because it points out the absurdity of the nature of these misjudgments. However, people who are not familiar with satire, much worse have not encountered the word "satire" all their life, are prone to think that its an attack on Obama. Its a sad thing that the latter is happening and is creating a sensation. |
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d
United States |
19/07/2008 |
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Obama Cartoon |
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You'll notice though, that Americans, even if they're offended by the burning flag, aren't rioting in the street, or killing New Yorker editors. I'm sort of skeptical that it's Islam that's going to ever bring peace to the world. They haven't brought peace anywhere, ever |
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steve
United States |
19/07/2008 |
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cartoon |
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This kind of cartoon if nothing new in American or international politics. These kinds of attacks date back all the way to the beginning's of democracy(300-400BC). I would like all the prior poster to please do a little research into the history of political satire/slander and you will find it prevalent in every country where elections are held. Everyone from Ceasar to Obama has had to endure such attacks. |
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Chris
United States |
19/07/2008 |
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Obama Cartoon |
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The lack of intellectual honesty and negative world view of the US is amazing. Imagine a white guy named "Bill Smith" about to be named leader of Iran, or how about a "Tom Jones" for President of Lebanon. It would never happen. The worlds scepticism is pointed in the wrong direction |
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myilselvan
Sri Lanka |
19/07/2008 |
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Obama Cartoon stir |
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While the Cover of the New Yorker is unfortunate, in a real democracy one has to expect this. Many Muslims seem to misunderstand what real democracy is all about.
Looking at some of the other comments it is all the more evident that Muslims do not appreciate 'other views'. Although the USA had slavery and segregation today it is ready for a Black president or a president of any other race or ethnicity. But Muslim countries have very far to go. |
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California Dave
United States |
19/07/2008 |
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Think about real issues and future |
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US population 304 million, New Yorker suscribers 1 million-so satire 'serves' their economic interest. Media needs sizzle-do they report or create the news? Politics yields the worst in bad information. San Francisco proposes to commemorate a sewage plant for President Bush's leadership mess, yet most Americans focus on 'positive' values of religion, family, education, careers and local events. We need to focus on elimination of poverty world-wide. Algae-cleans power plant fumes. Desalination. |
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RWK
United States |
21/07/2008 |
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Obama cartoon stirs controversy |
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I see and read a lot of rocks thrown in glass houses in these posted comments. It's satire. The majority here in America g-e-t i-t! The majority reading here don't understand, hence, showing your lack of understanding. But that's ok . . . you learned something today about America. We don't riot over it or cut someones head off because of it . . . |
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tonycoder
United States |
23/07/2008 |
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Obama Cartoon |
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It is hard to imagine that the editorial staff at the New Yroker wasn't conscious of the fact that satire or not the very act of circulating that image would only serve to reinforce the perception that Obama is a Muslim - as well as the subsequent negative stereotypes that go along with that. One must ask the standard question.... who's goals does this serve? |
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Mike Berry
Korea (South) |
15/07/2008 |
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Obama/New Yorker cartoon... |
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Just a brief comment on this issue...For satire to work, readers must be familiar with what 'satire' is they must be educated in how it works. Unfortunately, in the USA today most people (apart from some of the magazine's readers...) are woefully ignorant and lack the ability to discern real satire...All they see is an offensive cartoon that confirms their feelings about Obama. Therefore, the New Yorker, regardless of its protestations, actually panders to this ignorance! |
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Richmond Mathewson
Bulgaria |
15/07/2008 |
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Good satire can often make important political and social points but good satire presupposes that both the satirist and the intended audience share the same mind-set. One of the criticisms laid against the Islamic world by the US is that it cannot cope with criticism well, who cannot cope now? |
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zeidan
Jordan |
15/07/2008 |
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Cartoon? |
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Who is being offended? Obama or Muslims? This is another outrageous mockery of Muslims and Islam and hence, totally unacceptable and childish.
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Donn Edwards
South Africa |
15/07/2008 |
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Obama has a lot of work to do |
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It's sad that in this day and age a cover like this would be necessary. America is now the land of ignorance and propaganda, and it will take someone like Obama to rescue it. But then we're talking about a country stupid enough to elect George Bush TWICE, so what hope is there? Sad. Very sad. |
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Fahad Arif
India |
15/07/2008 |
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its no satire |
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For people to take the mag cover as satirical is very ambitious perspective. Cartoons and depictions in general, in a an immediate sense, confirm the prevalent notions in the society. Hence in this case, it is only going to bolster the 'fears' about Obama's religious affiliations. It's a negative campaign strategy from the anti camp. |
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Mohamad Aliyy Hein
Germany |
15/07/2008 |
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Obama catoon sirs controversy |
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As-Salamu Alaykome & Good Morning !
As an converted native German Muslim & Khatib Almaniy it is an pleasure do observe your News on the Web every Morning !
This Obama Cartoon does not surprise me very much , since it is just an other fact in the Line of wrong Information & Lack of Knowledge ! As well as the prejudices against other Race & Religions !As well as for the biased Articles of the U.S. Press ! As long such happen Fairness & Equality have no Room !!! |
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invader
India |
15/07/2008 |
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well its shocking but not surprising at all.islam is going through a black period and muslims are looked upon as terrorists.but arent they justified?what islam has done to this world..just open your eyes and see.whole world is on fire because of muslims.basic meaning of islam is peace.thatis wot they say..i ask..is it peace or PIECES???..GOD HELP ISLAM AND ITS FOLLOWERS.. |
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Hugh
Germany |
15/07/2008 |
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New Yorker Obama slander |
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When did FOX get control of the New Yorker?
Another part of the US media is under neocon control !!!! Don´t buy this rag. Amvet |
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onix
Netherlands |
15/07/2008 |
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lousy excuse that it is satire. misconceptions is one thing, but how do the burning flag and assaultrifle fit in preexisting media attacks on obama? |
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Shafiq
Bangladesh |
15/07/2008 |
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Obama cartoon |
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This is another attempt by certain elements of US society to demonise Muslims and Islam. If Obama is a Muslim so what? So what if he attended an Islamic school? Is it a crime to be Muslim or associated with Islam? The purpose of this cartoon is to get Obama to distance himself from anything to do with Islam and Muslims as it is now seen as bad in the West. |
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Ibrahim
Maldives |
15/07/2008 |
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Obama cartoon stirs controversy |
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Muslims were framed by US as terrorists for the simple reason that natural wealth lies in middle east and US are opportunists who are both resource and power hungry. And they are by way of hook or crook ready to rip others to keep their supremacy. George Bush and his demonic desire prevails over Obama's will to change. Sad but its the truth... |
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Nicolas
Colombia |
15/07/2008 |
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"Satire","joke" |
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When you have to explain more than ten time a joke that isn't it a joke. That's the most rotten joke I ever seen in American's politics |
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Jackie
Canada |
15/07/2008 |
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New Yorker Knows What Its Doing |
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Hillary vs Obama, and Bush vs Gore, were decided by hairline splits. The New Yorker, cognizant of that, has done this to influence voters who never read the magazine but who will see the cover. The strategy of the New Yorker is obvious. No, it is not meant for those who understand satire. It is meant for those who don't. |
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oldbiker1
United States |
15/07/2008 |
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unfortunate |
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As Chris Matthews said, this will be on t-shirts tomorrow. Not a good idea for them to publish that - they gave the Republicans an effective tool to promote their view. They made public what many people think privately, but can't or won't express their opinion. If Obama wins in November, we're doomed. |
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Nicolas LaBonté
United States |
15/07/2008 |
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I'm convinced this whole thing is a tempest in a teapot.
The people in America who are the most likely to (mistakenly) believe that Obama is a Muslim are the same people who would never read a magazine like the New Yorker.
If anything, this is just another attempt by the American media to stir up discussion about the one thing it ever really seems to care about: itself. |
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Tara
United States |
15/07/2008 |
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In the United States, there is almost no positive media on Muslims. When American journalists were discussing the fact that Obama is not a Muslim it was if they thought the word "Muslim" was a slur. |
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Tara
United States |
15/07/2008 |
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Like others have said it may be satirical for the average reader of the New Yorker, but due to the fact that the average American has not viewed any positive media about Muslims, it is either taken as a fear about Obama or it is seen as an attack on Obama. |
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Murad hossain
Bangladesh |
15/07/2008 |
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OBAMA Cartoon |
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Finaly who is the winner? Muslim or Obama? People of America must know Obama is an American and now he is no more a Muslim. We from outside people just see the nakade mind of U people |
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Morgan Gibson
Australia |
16/07/2008 |
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Cartoon |
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While I believe it is just more of people on the right pandering to big interests and propagating misconceptions of Obama, I disagree with what some are saying. In a liberal society anyone has the right to make fun of whatever they want. If I don't want to look at it, I won't. I can make fun of ISLAM, CHRISTIANITY, HINDUISM, whatever I want because FREEDOM OF SPEECH is essential to the health of a democratic country. If it offends you, don't read it and carry on with your life! |
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Carnation
United States |
16/07/2008 |
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