Tiay - I think you are being too sensitive. No one is calling for an all-out ban of German products, and I don't think that the German economy would be crippled in any way even if Jews DID boycott their products since the Jewish population is so small (which by the way, they aren't boycotting, hence the reason you see so many German cars in synagogue parking lots). I am merely talking about a *personal* choice, not a movement, and I do not intend to hold the actions (or inactions) of the WWII generation against their children, whom I agree are largely ashamed of their grandparent's history.
About the financial reparations - yes, Germany has paid for what *can* be paid for, but not everything has a price.
If you think I can't imagine how Germans feel, you are SO wrong. In case you didn't know, Jews are STILL targeted for violence in some places, especially Israelis, and I would certainly rather be laughed at for my country's actions than be a target for violence.
BTW - my father was adopted as a child, and he went looking for his ancestry as an adult. He was able to trace his mother back to Germany. I think most white Americans have German blood in them.
jurupa - it is true that I am seeing a lot more hyundais on the road these days. I take that to mean they have improved the quality of the car, which I suppose also means the prices will be rising.
Last edited by vashti; 30-07-07 at 12:37 AM.
Relax... I'll need some information first. Just the basic facts - can you show me where it hurts?