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To: cyborg
You're right about balance. I grew up reading biographies about Crazy Horse, Sequoia, Sitting Bull, or Chief Joseph that told about their courage and dedication to their people. All that was true. The atrocities committed by the Indians against the white settlers are also true. Life is complex.

I think we can emphasize the positive and beneficial aspects of diverse cultures without indulging in "victimology." Yes, the Indians lost the war, and there are tragic aspects to that history. But on the other hand, my folks in Ireland lost their war. It's a big picture, and we can't change any of it from this point.

40 posted on 03/08/2005 5:39:24 PM PST by Tax-chick (Donate to FRIENDS OF SCOUTING and ruin a liberal's day!)
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To: Tax-chick

I'd like to see this museum someday.


60 posted on 03/09/2005 9:43:32 AM PST by Ciexyz (Let us always remember, the Lord is in control.)
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