the cannibal warlords of Liberia (all things fucked, Africa)

chadwick

http://youtu.be/ZRuSS0iiFyo
informative :shock:


i would live in the usa's worst fucking city blind and deaf before living in this fucking mess in Monrovia

Thirty Bills Unpaid

Watched it.

I've taken a bit of an interest in African affairs over the years. There is much work to be done there, but one of the things that has stood out to me is this: I am surprised at the willingness of many to forgive and move forward in the hopes of progress than to seek vengeance and perpetuate the violence.

chadwick

i love this stuff. Africa has a great deal of nasty bullshit that is completely out of control insanity & horrific violence. we are living like kings & queens here in the u.s. even our poor people are wealthy compared to the way these people are living. like you were saying, the tough guy on the plane who slapped the crying baby & called out the n-word... try that in Monrovia you stupid bastard. they'd be cooking him alive & eating him as a fucking roast only after they tortured and raped his stupid ass.

chadwick

http://youtu.be/kYqrflGpTRE
conflict minerals, rebels & child soldiers in Congo. this is some frickin messed up work workin in the mines for minerals cell phones & computers need & gems & things. yet these mine workers have villages with no running water & no electricity. nice world we live in, folks.

we better check ourselves...

brianlux

After recently reading James Bradley's Flyboys and Hampton Sides' Ghost Soldiers (and a number of books about the genocide of American Indians last year) and then seeing this video it's hard to not see humans as some kind of freakishly horrible beast. I know this is not altogether true. I know there are many good people all over the world. But obviously there are many very, very messed up humans capable of doing unthinkable acts of horror.

I think I need to break off from this kind of untenable reality for a while.

aerial

Great video. Though its sad to see the poverty there, there is hope as some discover the Lord and Savior. They see that all things are possibly through God. Religion has helped them see the good in life.

Now on the other hand why are we sending Libya fighter jets when we could be helping the REAL needy people in this world.

Prince Of Dorkness

So.. Christians killing and eating people.

Yeah, I do not find this a surprise m

STAYSEA

Kuru

Did they figure out a cure?... It's a disgusting disease. I'm sure there is a name for it in Africa.

It doesn't get more insane than that..

except HUFU..

"Samantha Bee of The Daily Show interviewed Nuckols. [3] In the interview, he said "I think that a lot of the pleasure of eating the Hufu product, is imagining you're eating human flesh. For that moment, you can join the fraternity of cannibals... If you really want to come as close as possible to the experience of cannibalism, Hufu is your best option." Nuckols was also interviewed by a variety of radio and print media, including The Harvard Crimson[4] and The Stanford Daily. Stuff You Should Know, a podcast from HowStuffWorks.com, touched on Hufu during the introduction of the "How the Donner Party Worked" episode in March, 2012"

Hufu is thankfully fake. I wonder if you can still buy some?

peacefrompaul

Africa, so incredibly poor with an ever-expanding populace. So sad to see the citizens of some of these countries in Africa being used by sickos.

mickeyrat

Thirty Bills Unpaid wrote:

Watched it.

I've taken a bit of an interest in African affairs over the years. There is much work to be done there, but one of the things that has stood out to me is this: I am surprised at the willingness of many to forgive and move forward in the hopes of progress than to seek vengeance and perpetuate the violence.

this small shred of hope is what keeps it going. Come what may, as long as there are people with this capacity there is hope in and for the world at large.

Thirty Bills Unpaid

mickeyrat wrote:

Thirty Bills Unpaid wrote:

Watched it.

I've taken a bit of an interest in African affairs over the years. There is much work to be done there, but one of the things that has stood out to me is this: I am surprised at the willingness of many to forgive and move forward in the hopes of progress than to seek vengeance and perpetuate the violence.

this small shred of hope is what keeps it going. Come what may, as long as there are people with this capacity there is hope in and for the world at large.

I am amazed at Rwanda's growth since the genocide. What happened there should have catapulted an eternity of conflict. Yet, the people there seek peace and, with exceptions, they seemed to have put to rest the intense hostility that existed between the two fighting factions: the only way healing can ever possibly occur.

I could not live alongside someone who I know murdered a family member. I could not be an active participant in the change movement that this country needed. These people are better than I.

mickeyrat

Thirty Bills Unpaid wrote:

mickeyrat wrote:

Thirty Bills Unpaid wrote:

Watched it.

I've taken a bit of an interest in African affairs over the years. There is much work to be done there, but one of the things that has stood out to me is this: I am surprised at the willingness of many to forgive and move forward in the hopes of progress than to seek vengeance and perpetuate the violence.

this small shred of hope is what keeps it going. Come what may, as long as there are people with this capacity there is hope in and for the world at large.

I am amazed at Rwanda's growth since the genocide. What happened there should have catapulted an eternity of conflict. Yet, the people there seek peace and, with exceptions, they seemed to have put to rest the intense hostility that existed between the two fighting factions: the only way healing can ever possibly occur.

I could not live alongside someone who I know murdered a family member. I could not be an active participant in the change movement that this country needed. These people are better than I.

really? even faced with the choice of the longstanding horror continuing or moving forward with forgiveness?

To me forgiveness is a selfloving act. Its for my benefit to forgive, not necessarily the other persons.

Thirty Bills Unpaid

mickeyrat wrote:

Thirty Bills Unpaid wrote:

I am amazed at Rwanda's growth since the genocide. What happened there should have catapulted an eternity of conflict. Yet, the people there seek peace and, with exceptions, they seemed to have put to rest the intense hostility that existed between the two fighting factions: the only way healing can ever possibly occur.

I could not live alongside someone who I know murdered a family member. I could not be an active participant in the change movement that this country needed. These people are better than I.

really? even faced with the choice of the longstanding horror continuing or moving forward with forgiveness?

To me forgiveness is a selfloving act. Its for my benefit to forgive, not necessarily the other persons.

Who knows? Maybe if living the reality? I know what you are saying and it makes perfect sense, but I know how I am wired. I think I would be overcome with such intense anger and grief that the mere sight of the said person would send me over the edge.

But maybe? It sure would be hard though. Regardless of how I may or may not react given the same circumstances... the Rwandans are truly amazing in their quest for recovery and healing.

mickeyrat

Thirty Bills Unpaid wrote:

mickeyrat wrote:

Thirty Bills Unpaid wrote:

I am amazed at Rwanda's growth since the genocide. What happened there should have catapulted an eternity of conflict. Yet, the people there seek peace and, with exceptions, they seemed to have put to rest the intense hostility that existed between the two fighting factions: the only way healing can ever possibly occur.

I could not live alongside someone who I know murdered a family member. I could not be an active participant in the change movement that this country needed. These people are better than I.

really? even faced with the choice of the longstanding horror continuing or moving forward with forgiveness?

To me forgiveness is a selfloving act. Its for my benefit to forgive, not necessarily the other persons.

Who knows? Maybe if living the reality? I know what you are saying and it makes perfect sense, but I know how I am wired. I think I would be overcome with such intense anger and grief that the mere sight of the said person would send me over the edge.

But maybe? It sure would be hard though. Regardless of how I may or may not react given the same circumstances... the Rwandans are truly amazing in their quest for recovery and healing.

my experience doesnt come close, but sometimes forgiveness is thrust upon a person.

My sister was raped and beaten in late 86 or early 87. First trial ended in a hung jury. She later in Jan of 88 commited suicide. Later there was a plea deal where he did 6 months.The level of hatred I felt toward him for his actions and myself for the inaction in either revenge or even just being there for her in my limited capacity was a highly charged fuel to drink and drug. I would have done that anyway but the underlying anger was a catalyst. I had this hope and vision that some how I and only I would be THEE instrument of gods justice. (delusional to say the least!!)

In aug of 2006 while in D/D treatment I read an article in our paper about a guy who was murdered in an alley under a broken street light behind a house that held a block wach cookout that day. He was found around 945pm.It was believed he had been murdered after he attended an illegal card game.

What struck me about this story was I recognized the name. It was the guy who raped my younger sister. at the recognition of who and what had occured, my immediate reaction was to feel empathy for his family. All anger and resentment had been removed. I was later able to attend his funeral with the respect the occasion calls for. The rape aside, I found how much we had in common and was able to move on and finally begin to grieve my sister. Forgiveness wasnt a thought or goal. It was , as I see it, given to me.

perhaps , for many in that region, the same has been given them.

however they came to it, its better to be free from that garbage emotion we can carrry around all the time.

chadwick

i am sorry mickeyrat. that is some terrible story you shared. you are a whole lot more compassionate (or whatever the word is) than i am. and i am a very caring and forgiving guy.

living in post civil war times next door to a dude who murdered my family & friends..

naaa, i'd have to move or burn there fucking ass down. same with this dude who harmed your sister. fuck him.

you have calm & love in you, mickeyrat. i think i'd have to chop his balls off if it were me.

again i am sorry

mickeyrat

chadwick wrote:

i am sorry mickeyrat. that is some terrible story you shared. you are a whole lot more compassionate (or whatever the word is) than i am. and i am a very caring and forgiving guy.

living in post civil war times next door to a dude who murdered my family & friends..

naaa, i'd have to move or burn there fucking ass down. same with this dude who harmed your sister. fuck him.

you have calm & love in you, mickeyrat. i think i'd have to chop his balls off if it were me.

again i am sorry

I felt the same way for about 18 years. but did not act on it. which fueled that anger toward myself. Again, I didnt set out to forgive. it was just there. without choice.

Thirty Bills Unpaid

mickeyrat wrote:

my experience doesnt come close, but sometimes forgiveness is thrust upon a person.

My sister was raped and beaten in late 86 or early 87. First trial ended in a hung jury. She later in Jan of 88 commited suicide. Later there was a plea deal where he did 6 months.The level of hatred I felt toward him for his actions and myself for the inaction in either revenge or even just being there for her in my limited capacity was a highly charged fuel to drink and drug. I would have done that anyway but the underlying anger was a catalyst. I had this hope and vision that some how I and only I would be THEE instrument of gods justice. (delusional to say the least!!)

In aug of 2006 while in D/D treatment I read an article in our paper about a guy who was murdered in an alley under a broken street light behind a house that held a block wach cookout that day. He was found around 945pm.It was believed he had been murdered after he attended an illegal card game.

What struck me about this story was I recognized the name. It was the guy who raped my younger sister. at the recognition of who and what had occured, my immediate reaction was to feel empathy for his family. All anger and resentment had been removed. I was later able to attend his funeral with the respect the occasion calls for. The rape aside, I found how much we had in common and was able to move on and finally begin to grieve my sister. Forgiveness wasnt a thought or goal. It was , as I see it, given to me.

perhaps , for many in that region, the same has been given them.

however they came to it, its better to be free from that garbage emotion we can carrry around all the time.

First of all: a terrible and sad tale. I'm really really sorry about this incident. Your strength throughout the event is admirable.

Secondly: you will not get an argument from me that harbouring rage and anger towards those that have wronged your family is unhealthy for an individual. If I wasn't clear, all I was trying to say was that I don't think I have the capacity to move on- admitting this might be a weakness within me. Regardless, if someone hurt my daughter, I would want them to suffer in the worst way a man might suffer.

Notice how I said 'man' might suffer? So rare is it that we speak of women inflicting pain upon others compared to how often we speak of men.

mickeyrat

Thirty Bills Unpaid wrote:

mickeyrat wrote:

my experience doesnt come close, but sometimes forgiveness is thrust upon a person.

My sister was raped and beaten in late 86 or early 87. First trial ended in a hung jury. She later in Jan of 88 commited suicide. Later there was a plea deal where he did 6 months.The level of hatred I felt toward him for his actions and myself for the inaction in either revenge or even just being there for her in my limited capacity was a highly charged fuel to drink and drug. I would have done that anyway but the underlying anger was a catalyst. I had this hope and vision that some how I and only I would be THEE instrument of gods justice. (delusional to say the least!!)

In aug of 2006 while in D/D treatment I read an article in our paper about a guy who was murdered in an alley under a broken street light behind a house that held a block wach cookout that day. He was found around 945pm.It was believed he had been murdered after he attended an illegal card game.

What struck me about this story was I recognized the name. It was the guy who raped my younger sister. at the recognition of who and what had occured, my immediate reaction was to feel empathy for his family. All anger and resentment had been removed. I was later able to attend his funeral with the respect the occasion calls for. The rape aside, I found how much we had in common and was able to move on and finally begin to grieve my sister. Forgiveness wasnt a thought or goal. It was , as I see it, given to me.

perhaps , for many in that region, the same has been given them.

however they came to it, its better to be free from that garbage emotion we can carrry around all the time.

First of all: a terrible and sad tale. I'm really really sorry about this incident. Your strength throughout the event is admirable.

Secondly: you will not get an argument from me that harbouring rage and anger towards those that have wronged your family is unhealthy for an individual. If I wasn't clear, all I was trying to say was that I don't think I have the capacity to move on- admitting this might be a weakness within me. Regardless, if someone hurt my daughter, I would want them to suffer in the worst way a man might suffer.

Notice how I said 'man' might suffer? So rare is it that we speak of women inflicting pain upon others compared to how often we speak of men.

I shared to try and illustrate that forgiveness can happen without desiring it.

But I am in full agreement, the strength necessary to do this in the face of these atrocities only makes it that much more powerful.

chadwick

http://youtu.be/zL3UHF5SlEU
drunkest place on earth...uganda
this is something

im 19 minutes in & am well entertained minus chopping the goat's throat w/ a old ass machete to feed the drunken villagers

badbrains

peacefrompaul wrote:

Africa, so incredibly poor with an ever-expanding populace. So sad to see the citizens of some of these countries in Africa being used by sickos.

Africa poor? Who would've thought with ALL THOSE DIAMONDS from AFRICA those rappers be wearing..... :fp: :corn:

STAYSEA

Thirty Bills Unpaid wrote:

mickeyrat wrote:

my experience doesnt come close, but sometimes forgiveness is thrust upon a person.

My sister was raped and beaten in late 86 or early 87. First trial ended in a hung jury. She later in Jan of 88 commited suicide. Later there was a plea deal where he did 6 months.The level of hatred I felt toward him for his actions and myself for the inaction in either revenge or even just being there for her in my limited capacity was a highly charged fuel to drink and drug. I would have done that anyway but the underlying anger was a catalyst. I had this hope and vision that some how I and only I would be THEE instrument of gods justice. (delusional to say the least!!)

In aug of 2006 while in D/D treatment I read an article in our paper about a guy who was murdered in an alley under a broken street light behind a house that held a block wach cookout that day. He was found around 945pm.It was believed he had been murdered after he attended an illegal card game.

What struck me about this story was I recognized the name. It was the guy who raped my younger sister. at the recognition of who and what had occured, my immediate reaction was to feel empathy for his family. All anger and resentment had been removed. I was later able to attend his funeral with the respect the occasion calls for. The rape aside, I found how much we had in common and was able to move on and finally begin to grieve my sister. Forgiveness wasnt a thought or goal. It was , as I see it, given to me.

perhaps , for many in that region, the same has been given them.

however they came to it, its better to be free from that garbage emotion we can carrry around all the time.

I'm not super religious, but he will meet his maker one day. I think his maker will be appalled and ashamed and this guy won't even get into Hell. He might stay in the limbo place forever. You didn't kill him, or dismember him! You are the BETTER MAN!!! HE will live in the after life with that, and he has to explain Why he was so evil. Purgatory? IDK, I'm Jewish.
Hats Off to YOu. Kewl as a cucumber. Wish someone could have helped your sis....