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Saudi Arabia has beheaded a young man for atheism
Apr 27^th, 2017 at 10:07am

Twitter goes wild over reported death penalty for 'atheism' in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has reportedly sentenced a young man to death for apostasy. The news has stirred up Twitter users, with some expressing sadness and sorrow, while others praised the move.
On Tuesday, a Saudi Arabian court dismissed an appeal from Ahmad Al Shamri, who had spent three years in prison over charges of “atheism and blasphemy,” the Exmuslim website reports.

Al Shamri was in his early 20s and lived the city of Hafr Al-Batin in the country’s Eastern Province, according to the website. He had reportedly renounced Islam and posted various videos reflecting his views on social media. The man was arrested in 2014, faced trial and was sentenced to death in February 2015.

The irony is that Saudi Arabia is a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).

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cods Gold Member Offline Australian Politics Posts: 88048	Re: Saudi Arabia has beheaded a young man for atheism Reply #1 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 10:12am is there any condemnation form the hypocritical UN???? no I didnt think so he has been in jail for 3 years...its barbaric... and the silence is deafening SHAME UN SHAME
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mothra Gold Member Offline Australian Politics Posts: 35220 Gender:	Re: Saudi Arabia has beheaded a young man for atheism Reply #2 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 10:33am They're a US ally. Untouchable.
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Reply #3 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 10:52am

mothra wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 10:33am:

They're a US ally. Untouchable.

“Men in Saudi Arabia have the authority to divorce their wives without going to the courts,” Trump said.

“I guess that would also mean they don’t need prenuptial agreements. The fact is, no courts, no judges—Saudi Arabia sounds like a very good place to get a divorce.”

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Reply #4 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:00am

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 10:52am:

“Men in Saudi Arabia have the authority to divorce their wives without going to the courts,” Trump said.

“I guess that would also mean they don’t need prenuptial agreements. The fact is, no courts, no judges—Saudi Arabia sounds like a very good place to get a divorce.”

Sounds like a good case of sarcasm. Wink

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Reply #5 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:08am

lee wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:00am:

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 10:52am:

“Men in Saudi Arabia have the authority to divorce their wives without going to the courts,” Trump said.

“I guess that would also mean they don’t need prenuptial agreements. The fact is, no courts, no judges—Saudi Arabia sounds like a very good place to get a divorce.”

Sounds like a good case of sarcasm. Wink

Here he is, being sarcastic again:

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Reply #7 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:13am

lee wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:00am:

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 10:52am:

“Men in Saudi Arabia have the authority to divorce their wives without going to the courts,” Trump said.

“I guess that would also mean they don’t need prenuptial agreements. The fact is, no courts, no judges—Saudi Arabia sounds like a very good place to get a divorce.”

Sounds like a good case of sarcasm. Wink

What about Trumps dealings, comments about women, past history or general behaviour leads you think that was sarcasm?

Furthermore, do you find women's disadvantage amusing? Worth a laugh? Are you suggesting that Trump does?

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Reply #8 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:13am

mothra wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 10:33am:

They're a US ally. Untouchable.

For the slow learners at the back of the class:

"Following the meeting between President Trump and Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman this week, the White House suggested Saudi Arabia would remain a close consultant to Mr Trump".

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lee Gold Member Offline Australian Politics Posts: 17276 Gender:	Re: Saudi Arabia has beheaded a young man for atheism Reply #9 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:17am [greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:08am: Here he is, being sarcastic again: You can tell that from a photo? I think it is time to see your shrink, again.
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Reply #10 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:19am

lee wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:17am:

[greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:08am:

Here he is, being sarcastic again:

You can tell that from a photo? I think it is time to see your shrink, again.

Well, which is it: is he being sarcastic or not?

You seem to be struggling to make up your mind.

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Reply #11 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:21am

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:19am:

lee wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:17am:

[greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:08am:

Here he is, being sarcastic again:

You can tell that from a photo? I think it is time to see your shrink, again.

Well, which is it: is he being sarcastic or not?

You seem to be struggling to make up your mind.

Lee seems to be arguing that Trump thinks women's disadvantage is humourous.

That's much better, isn't it.

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Reply #12 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:22am

mothra wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:13am:

What about Trumps dealings, comments about women, past history or general behaviour lead you think that was sarcasm?

What makes you think it wasn't? Perhaps if you had a youtube of it? Then you might make a case from tone of voice. But from printed words? Maybe you should join Greg and have a group session. You may get a discount. Wink

mothra wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:13am:

Furthermore, do you find women's disadvantage amusing? Worth a laugh? Are you suggesting that Trump does?

No, No. and Who knows?

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Reply #13 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:23am

lee wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:22am:

mothra wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:13am:

What about Trumps dealings, comments about women, past history or general behaviour lead you think that was sarcasm?

What makes you think it wasn't? Perhaps if you had a youtube of it? Then you might make a case from tone of voice. But from printed words? Maybe you should join Greg and have a group session. You may get a discount. Wink

mothra wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:13am:

Furthermore, do you find women's disadvantage amusing? Worth a laugh? Are you suggesting that Trump does?

No, No. and Who knows?

Well clearly, you are arguing he was just making a joke. Right?

I'm wondering how you think that is any better.

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Reply #14 - Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:25am

mothra wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:21am:

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:19am:

lee wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:17am:

[greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 27^th, 2017 at 11:08am:

Here he is, being sarcastic again:

You can tell that from a photo? I think it is time to see your shrink, again.

Well, which is it: is he being sarcastic or not?

You seem to be struggling to make up your mind.

Lee seems to be arguing that Trump thinks women's disadvantage is humourous.

That's much better, isn't it.

Really?

I'll go back and take a second look, but I don't recall seeing anything resembling a coherent argument.

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