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> handicapped people, alcoholics, drug addicts, and suicidal people Not even a remotely fair comparison. The vast majority of those groups are affected by nega
by zbentley 9y ago
> handicapped people, alcoholics, drug addicts, and suicidal people
Not even a remotely fair comparison. The vast majority of those groups are affected by negative (horrible) external circumstances: physical or mental conditions, histories of trauma, and awful circumstances are incredibly common among those groups.
Tourists are embarking upon something for enjoyment while of sound mind and (sometimes) body. Ridicule is one of many important ways to help correct (and, as someone helping, cope with) the damage these folks do to themselves and others. It might not be the best way, but it's a far cry from making fun of someone for being on the wrong end of circumstance.
Seriously. You just compared tourists to alcoholics and suicidal people. You're either accidentally supporting GP's point or you should be ashamed of yourself, or both.
- averagewall 9y agoI think alcoholics do drink to make themselves feel better. Yes, I'm comparing them.