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To: Poet who wrote (16)	3/16/2003 3:24:19 PM
From: Lazarus_Long	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 77

You are aware, aren't you, that when the French aided the American revolutionists, France was an absolute monarchy? And they did it, not to aid and promote democracy, but to screw the English, who they were at war with? France got its dose of democracy later and did not enjoy it one bit, nor did it last long. It ended in the dictatorship of Napoleon. AND during part of that time (the early 1790's) the newly formed United States and France were no longer allies with a common enemy- -they were waging an undeclared war against each other. Is straightening out the historical record lecturing?

To: Poet who wrote (16)	3/17/2003 10:25:20 AM
From: Logain Ablar	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 77

Leslie: The French actions have and are putting US lives at risk. They are doing this for many reasons, one being economic. Therefore I personally feel americans should boycott French goods to send an economic message to the French. I didn't say or imply ripping up history books nor stop teaching French in schools (although I don't understand why our schools teach french but thats another matter). Many can continue to support France by purchasing thier goods but indirectly they are supporting Sadamn and thus undermining America. Hey with a weakening $$ this would happen anyway. Tim