tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8887184126158114904.post157913797817972527..comments2023-04-27T01:15:21.198-07:00Comments on The Voice In My Throat: Kony 2012 - AwarenessMs. Ehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07256249401677000792noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8887184126158114904.post-5073251165096201692012-03-15T11:09:49.085-07:002012-03-15T11:09:49.085-07:00The IC isn't calling for a violent interventio...The IC isn't calling for a violent intervention. They are calling for US troops to go in and help the Ugandan army strategize and train and use the techniques and technology that would otherwise remain unavailable to them. The goal is to capture, not kill, Kony and send him to trial through the International Criminal Court. So far as I understand, US troops would not be sent to the battle field, but to aid in training areas. <br /><br />I realize it would be naive to believe that military intervention of any kind would remain absolutely peaceful and harmless. But violence is not what IC is asking for from the US. War is not the main goal here. <br /><br />Fresh water, shelter, food and above all knowledge with the opportunity to learn, grow, and live are not going to be available to them until Kony is stopped. But I agree, that is what they need. All those things AND the freedom to use and enjoy them thoroughly, out from under Kony's reign.Ms. Ehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07256249401677000792noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8887184126158114904.post-21862099215777172432012-03-11T16:29:16.440-07:002012-03-11T16:29:16.440-07:00You're right-- Criticizing 'Invisible Chil...You're right-- Criticizing 'Invisible Children' for their finances is flawed. There's nothing wrong with it. Sure, 32% sounds like a low number for money spent on actual programs, but (I consider) the IC to be first, and foremost, an awareness and fundraising entity, and they spend an additional 37% on their films, products and their numerous(and successful)awareness conferences. All of that added up is money well spent, in my book.<br /><br />Another problem people seem to be having with this movement is the "Facebook Activism"--- But no one has any right to judge what someone else's intentions are. It's childish to call someone out for "following the trend" or a "Fauxactivist" if they "liked" or "shared" the video on their Facebook wall. No one has any ground to tell another person how they actually feel. <br /><br />So far,I feel great. I'm supportive. <br /><br />Until you realize what this means...<br /><br />What the Kony 2012 movement is asking for, is American involvement. They want troops on the ground. And because of a very moving, very emotional 30 minute video. <br /><br />The citizens of the United States of America have been sent to and/or involved in, far too many wars that have been arguably unpopular. Vietnam, Iraq 1, Afghanistan, Iraq 2 Libya...<br /><br />Each time, We went to put an end to one man, or one group. What did it cost? Money. Lives. What was gained?<br /><br />Why is it okay now, but it was awful then?<br /><br />My heart hurts for the people of Africa. Something must be done to stop this evil man. But why must it be violence? Because that's exactly what will happen. Violence.<br /><br />What those people need is fresh water, shelter, food and above all, knowledge. With the the opportunity to learn comes the opportunity to grow-- and live.<br /><br />Again, I support the idea. I love that people are getting active and reminding them there's a whole world around them that needs them.<br /><br />I love your giant heart. You're one of the most selfless people I know.Charles Edwardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08838155198652212710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8887184126158114904.post-2843199075416436572012-03-08T13:04:53.675-08:002012-03-08T13:04:53.675-08:00Let's be honest... you know what you're ta...Let's be honest... you know what you're talking about. I support this cause 100%LeandBretthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13799849030750065452noreply@blogger.com