Ding Dong BBC bans Wizard of Oz (1 Viewer)
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In the context it has become popular there...I even find it a little offensive and definitely disrepectful...
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It is a matter of context as you well know.
I take it you wont be objecting if somebody plays inappropriate songs to celebrate when Mandela
passes away.
In the case of the BBC it is actually a Govt organisation.
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I don't think you understand me at all...not even a little...
and yes...
I would find it offensive if someone played any songs to celebrate Mandela's death...
are you implying I'm a racist???
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During the Falklands War the song 'Six months in a leaky boat' by NZ band Split Enz was the subject of a rather gentle form of censorship given that ships sinking was not an image to stir a nation.
That said, people get offended by many things. I wore my Union Jack tie to a St Pat's Day celebration at the Irish Catholic school I was working at and I seem to recall it created quite a stir. I was shocked that so many people could be so wrong about the same thing at the same time.
Gentle Friends,
I am closing this thread as it is clearly heading into political territory, which, as you know, is a forbidden area. Also, I am closing it before it becomes necessary to award infractions.
I appreciate your understanding.
Warmest personal regards,
Pat
I am closing this thread as it is clearly heading into political territory, which, as you know, is a forbidden area. Also, I am closing it before it becomes necessary to award infractions.
I appreciate your understanding.
Warmest personal regards,
Pat
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I am not a big fan of politicians but remember the vision on tv coming from the Falklands . The Brits took a lot of damage fighting for the rights of the English living there . The Iron Lady showed passion and It reminded me of Churchill with some of his speeches. Like or hate her she is a big part of history and I was alive to see it all. Chris.
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