More reasons to leave the uk
Jan 8th 2006, 7:01 pm
#256
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
Originally Posted by DavidWright
Oh, those horrid riff-raff, say old chap, lets send those frightful vagabonds up chimneys and into workhouses forthwith! 
There are people in the UK and Canada and wherever who think the poor are worthless scum. I have found them in both countries. Yes, people holding that attitude do exist.
They would like the "scum" washed from the streets. They hate and despise the poor. That's why 40m Americans have no Medicare plan. That's why 25% of Canadian families and 33% of American families (OK that's approximate and variable depending on the calculation) live at or below poverty. And poverty creates racism - why is poverty on aboriginal reserves 90%, and unemployment 75%, just like it was 30 years ago ? Poverty is then creating even more hatred towards the needy have-nots.
Are there more people with that shitty attitude in Canada or the UK ?
How does government policy and the attitude of citizens compare ?
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Jan 8th 2006, 7:04 pm
#257
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
Originally Posted by hot wasabi peas
Is that the fish and chips poll? 
... groovy new avatar Rich.
... groovy new avatar Rich.
some times I amaze myself 
LOL.You should see my next avatar...I plan on morphing personalities every quarter.
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Jan 8th 2006, 7:07 pm
#258
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
Originally Posted by Rich_007
You aren't really getting it are you ?
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....and I thought Brits were supposed to possess a sense of humour?
Jan 8th 2006, 7:18 pm
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
Originally Posted by Rich_007
Whereas in Canada, one has the quick access to open space, the ability to find peace and quiet at the drop of a hat, the easy flowing traffic, the laid back attitude, and the helpfulness of everyday folks.
Jan 8th 2006, 7:23 pm
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
Originally Posted by dbd33
None of this is true of Toronto.
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Jan 8th 2006, 7:26 pm
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
Originally Posted by Rich_007
Whereas in Canada....
the helpfulness of everyday folks.
Whereas in RURAL Canada....
People in Toronto or Montreal are not helpful or friendly.
Jan 8th 2006, 7:46 pm
#262
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
I'm loving all this banter, it's really hotting up now, people are getting nervous and replying too quickly without thinking because mis-interpretations are starting to happen !
Jan 8th 2006, 7:47 pm
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
Originally Posted by Garfielduk
I'm loving all this banter, it's really hotting up now, people are getting nervous and replying too quickly without thinking because mis-interpretations are starting to happen !
Rich.
Jan 8th 2006, 7:59 pm
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
Originally Posted by DavidWright
People in Toronto are not helpful or friendly.
But saying that this seems rather harsh. We usually find people respond to a warm smile and some respect which is usually appreciated - not all people serving like to be spoken down to.
I try to enter a store or similar with a hand shake, a nod, a hello and it 'usually' gets a postive response.
Life is too short to ignore all around you perhaps.
Jan 8th 2006, 10:40 pm
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
Originally Posted by DavidWright
Perhaps you should rephrase that....
Whereas in RURAL Canada....
People in Toronto or Montreal are not helpful or friendly.
Whereas in RURAL Canada....
People in Toronto or Montreal are not helpful or friendly.
Why dont you do us all a favour and move to France OR Australia OR Germany, At least leave us all alone, You are not clever you are not funny you dont even entertain!!
Do us a favour and read the Site Title.
I apologise if anybody (excluding Mr Wright) finds this post offensive in anyway BUT the guy is doing my head I Fail to see ANYTHING remotely constructive in his postings
Jan 8th 2006, 11:13 pm
#266
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
Originally Posted by cov-canuck
I'm sick of:
Student/youth "culture" involving how drunk you can get on a Saturday (or any day) lunch time
Smoking inside buildings being considered no big deal (how many times do I need to hear the "Birmingham New Street is a non-smoking station" announcement, while 4 people next to me on the indoor platform light up, and the conductor next to them turns a blind eye...)
Hearing a noise outside the house and flying to the window in case someone is vandalising a car/house, even in a "safe" neighbourhood
Not speaking to or knowing my neighbours
Student/youth "culture" involving how drunk you can get on a Saturday (or any day) lunch time
Smoking inside buildings being considered no big deal (how many times do I need to hear the "Birmingham New Street is a non-smoking station" announcement, while 4 people next to me on the indoor platform light up, and the conductor next to them turns a blind eye...)
Hearing a noise outside the house and flying to the window in case someone is vandalising a car/house, even in a "safe" neighbourhood
Not speaking to or knowing my neighbours
move
Jan 8th 2006, 11:17 pm
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
Originally Posted by Butch Cassidy
OK at the risk of getting banned
Why dont you do us all a favour and move to France OR Australia OR Germany, At least leave us all alone, You are not clever you are not funny you dont even entertain!!
Do us a favour and read the Site Title.
I apologise if anybody (excluding Mr Wright) finds this post offensive in anyway BUT the guy is doing my head I Fail to see ANYTHING remotely constructive in his postings
Why dont you do us all a favour and move to France OR Australia OR Germany, At least leave us all alone, You are not clever you are not funny you dont even entertain!!
Do us a favour and read the Site Title.
I apologise if anybody (excluding Mr Wright) finds this post offensive in anyway BUT the guy is doing my head I Fail to see ANYTHING remotely constructive in his postings
How utterly childish.
Jan 9th 2006, 12:07 am
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Re: More reasons to leave the uk
This thread is now closed as it has turned into a slanging match.
