It is astounding how easily today disagreeing gets twisted into hate.
Mark Zuckerberg's recent comment is a case in point. He writes:
"Having a child has given us so much hope, but the hate of some can make it easy to succumb to cynicism," Zuckerberg wrote Wednesday. "We must not lose hope. As long as we stand together and see the good in each other, we can build a better world for all people."
All of that is good and true. But in no way does it negate the right of people to protect themselves. There is a legitimate difference of opinion here about how to protect an obviously threatened populous from a determined, persistent enemy who has proved way beyond words it will do anything to succeed. This is not fear; this simple common sense.
Mr. Zuckerberg's kind and well-intentioned words are good as far as they go, but he has no right to speak for the rest of those who may differ with him on this issue or suggest without knowing them they are haters or in any way endanger them.
All of that is good and true. But in no way does it negate the right of people to protect themselves. There is a legitimate difference of opinion here about how to protect an obviously threatened populous from a determined, persistent enemy who has proved way beyond words it will do anything to succeed. This is not fear; this simple common sense.
Mr. Zuckerberg's kind and well-intentioned words are good as far as they go, but he has no right to speak for the rest of those who may differ with him on this issue or suggest without knowing them they are haters or in any way endanger them.
Congratulations and our best on being a new father, but perhaps you need to be reminded that you are not alone on this planet in enjoying that honor.
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