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by M_Grey 3375 days ago
You know what? You're right. That is a huge difference, or at least, it was. Now? I think we're seeing a turning point on both; we see what happens in Syria, but realize that we're in no position to prosecute anyone... when people care at all.

That said, until very recently I would have agreed with you completely.
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lostlogin 3375 days ago
Have a read of the Blackman case. It illustrates both of your points.

https://www.google.co.nz/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/commentis...

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M_Grey 3375 days ago
I've been following that through the UK news... what a hell of a thing. After Vietnam, and now with footage of these things, it seems clear that there is a truly strong desire to Not Know about some things. We'd just rather believe in certain myths, because the alternative would make it difficult or impossible to send young men and women into hell for less than dire reasons.
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