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Post by Zuluhero on Sept 11, 2022 14:42:34 GMT
9/8 never forget.
Feels weird writing that.
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Post by brokenkey on Sept 11, 2022 14:57:36 GMT
So our town did the proclamation thing this afternoon. I'm pissed off with the whole thing now because the tory councillors had fenced off an area in front of the stage with chairs, whilst us prols had to stand further back. Fuxk the monarchy.
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Post by Sarfrin on Sept 11, 2022 15:15:02 GMT
So our town did the proclamation thing this afternoon. I'm pissed off with the whole thing now because the tory councillors had fenced off an area in front of the stage with chairs, whilst us prols had to stand further back. Fuxk the monarchy. Inequality at a ceremony proclaiming a new hereditary monarch? Checks out. |
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Post by Trowel 🏴 on Sept 11, 2022 15:19:50 GMT
Got to admire the ride quality of that motorcade on the cobbles.
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Post by drhickman1983 on Sept 11, 2022 15:26:00 GMT
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Post by Nanocrystal on Sept 11, 2022 15:43:08 GMT
I understand American news posting about it, even more so NY news, but other than being sad for the families who lost people it was an event that shouldn't have had much bearing on us, thus not something that particularly needs mentioned every year outside of the US. (Likewise, I don't expect them to be doing memorials to the queen next year...). 67 UK citizens died in the 9/11 attacks, plus it's probably the single event that has had the biggest indirect impact on all of our lives. Brexit, the Ukraine war, the 2008 GFC and the covid-19 pandemic say hello. |
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Post by Frog on Sept 11, 2022 15:52:35 GMT
Would also argue the good Friday agreement.
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Post by rockavitch on Sept 11, 2022 15:56:01 GMT
All it takes is one road accident and Harry is next in line. Fortunately they are known for their road safety. |
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Post by Gruf on Sept 11, 2022 16:06:31 GMT
King Ralph them all, spongers
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Post by Reviewer on Sept 11, 2022 16:21:25 GMT
67 UK citizens died in the 9/11 attacks, plus it's probably the single event that has had the biggest indirect impact on all of our lives. Brexit, the Ukraine war, the 2008 GFC and the covid-19 pandemic say hello. Hello to them! Pretty sure 3 of those are direct impacts but that’s being fussy. |
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Post by One_Vurfed_Gwrx on Sept 11, 2022 17:11:32 GMT
Brexit, the Ukraine war, the 2008 GFC and the covid-19 pandemic say hello. Hello to them! Pretty sure 3 of those are direct impacts but that’s being fussy. Yet they are a lot more relevant than a terrorist attack on a far away continent 21 years ago. As I said initially, there was an impact on families involved and NY City but it really isn't something that should be as high profile as it is outside of the US. Yes, it was used as an excuse for us to join in other violent attacks and wars on other nations leading to more civilian deaths, but a lot of British people, even at the time, condemned how quickly we jumped into those wars. I wouldn't post abuse at people posting about it but it really isn't that relevant at this time in this place... |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 11, 2022 17:18:52 GMT
Hello to them! Pretty sure 3 of those are direct impacts but that’s being fussy. Yes, it was used as an excuse for us to join in other violent attacks and wars on other nations leading to more civilian deaths, but a lot of British people, even at the time, condemned how quickly we jumped into those wars. I wouldn't post abuse at people posting about it but it really isn't that relevant at this time in this place... A lot of Americans condemned those invasions and wars as well. But as you said, it was a catalyst to a lot of unjust western intervention, more invasive traveling procedures, privacy concerns. It had a huge impact even if it doesn't feel it in your day to day life. Covid is certainly more tangibly impactful to everyone though. |
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Post by One_Vurfed_Gwrx on Sept 11, 2022 17:23:54 GMT
Yes, it was used as an excuse for us to join in other violent attacks and wars on other nations leading to more civilian deaths, but a lot of British people, even at the time, condemned how quickly we jumped into those wars. I wouldn't post abuse at people posting about it but it really isn't that relevant at this time in this place... A lot of Americans condemned those invasions and wars as well. But as you said, it was a catalyst to a lot of unjust western intervention, more invasive traveling procedures, privacy concerns. It had a huge impact even if it doesn't feel it in your day to day life. Covid is certainly more tangibly impactful to everyone though. That is fair, I forgot to mention the opposition in the USA too. |
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Post by drhickman1983 on Sept 11, 2022 18:16:21 GMT
ITS WHOT SHE WUD HAVE WANTED
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Post by Frog on Sept 11, 2022 18:20:08 GMT
It was closed because it's in the area that was set aside for flowers to be laid in tribute.
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Post by Zuluhero on Sept 11, 2022 18:20:24 GMT
Tbf it must be dangerous to cycle through all the tears. They're doing you a service.
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Post by H-alphaFox on Sept 11, 2022 18:25:51 GMT
Australia get a public holiday on the 22nd, my work is online via there but I'll be on holidays. Properly pissed.
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Post by Ulythium on Sept 11, 2022 18:48:48 GMT
Uh-oh - Andrew's getting the corgis!
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Post by simple on Sept 11, 2022 18:52:49 GMT
My boy has been telling my in that very straightforward instruction giving voice little kids can have that “the Queen has died but don’t worry because the King is going to look after you”
Which isn’t the worst cobbling together of events half watched on the news and filtered through his 3yo mind
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Post by Syrette on Sept 11, 2022 18:54:08 GMT
It was closed because it's in the area that was set aside for flowers to be laid in tribute. Those poor bikes. |
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Post by drhickman1983 on Sept 11, 2022 19:01:07 GMT
It was closed because it's in the area that was set aside for flowers to be laid in tribute. it would be useful if the sign actually said that.
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Post by dogbot on Sept 11, 2022 19:09:44 GMT
It was closed because it's in the area that was set aside for flowers to be laid in tribute. it would be useful if the sign actually said that.
The person who wrote it was clearly distraught. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 11, 2022 19:20:17 GMT
The queen really hated cyclists.
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Post by mcmonkeyplc on Sept 11, 2022 20:15:58 GMT
I think Republicans should probably wait before proclaiming this their time. Is this not the perfect time? Nope. The popularity of the monarchy is now at its peak. Now is the worst time. For clarity I'm not a republican but I'm also not a monarchist. I'm the middle that doesn't really give a fuck as long as they don't negatively impact the lives of me and my family. |
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Post by ignatiusjreilly on Sept 11, 2022 20:25:55 GMT
I know people love to moan about everything on here but complaining about an extra day off work has to be a new low. The 19th was already a bank holiday in Edinburgh, so I feel that technically I've been robbed of a bank holiday  |
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Post by H-alphaFox on Sept 11, 2022 20:33:22 GMT
Is this not the perfect time? Nope. The popularity of the monarchy is now at its peak. Now is the worst time. For clarity I'm not a republican but I'm also not a monarchist. I'm the middle that doesn't really give a fuck as long as they don't negatively impact the lives of me and my family. Yep, even Australia have said not for 4 years. I'm certainly an Aust republican but I think it is sensible. problem is if you get the other lot in power next term then it may be another decade or more. |
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Post by Trowel 🏴 on Sept 11, 2022 20:42:53 GMT
A lot to work through here
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Post by PatrickEwing on Sept 11, 2022 22:12:00 GMT
Cilla gone too?
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Post by Bongo Heracles on Sept 11, 2022 22:35:29 GMT
For clarity I'm not a republican but I'm also not a monarchist. If the last few days have taught me anything, it’s that if you have to say ‘I’m not a monarchist but…’ then you’re a monarchist. |
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Post by Danno on Sept 11, 2022 22:36:20 GMT
BORED NOW
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