MrWong 0 #1 September 7, 2007 http://www.smh.com.au/ffximage/2006/08/30/FallingMan_060829015536020_wideweb__300x430,1.jpg Just watched a documentary about this geeza who jumped to his death from one of the twin towers Why did many Americans get so defensive about this picture? Why did so many people not want to admit the truth that some people actually jumped from the building, why did many Americans (ie, the media) not want to use the term "jumped" but insist on saying they were blowm out of the building, or some other equally wrong term? why not face the truth about that day? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beowulf 1 #2 September 7, 2007 I don't know why, but would it make any difference? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrWong 0 #3 September 7, 2007 not really, but then not many of the topics in this section make any difference either...but people still type away thinking they do Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jlmiracle 7 #4 September 7, 2007 Quote http://www.smh.com.au/ffximage/2006/08/30/FallingMan_060829015536020_wideweb__300x430,1.jpg Just watched a documentary about this geeza who jumped to his death from one of the twin towers Why did many Americans get so defensive about this picture? Why did so many people not want to admit the truth that some people actually jumped from the building, why did many Americans (ie, the media) not want to use the term "jumped" but insist on saying they were blowm out of the building, or some other equally wrong term? why not face the truth about that day? On that day, I lost many colleagues. I watched in horror as the second plane hit the second tower. I know many jumped to escape the intense fire. I would like to imagine my colleagues not suffering, I want to imagine that those that died did so with out pain, without having to chose which way they were going to die (jump or burn). That picture shows someone's brother, husband, father and/or friend jumping to his death. It hurts. It hurts alot to see.jBe kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #5 September 7, 2007 Because the term jumped is often used to describe someone who willingly jumped as in suicide. Having to choose between burning alive or jumping to a quick death is not really a choice and not considered suicide by most IMHO.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrWong 0 #6 September 7, 2007 When you think about that day, what a result for the high-jackers if they could have known what total devastation they would cause they would have been amazed they succeeded beyond their wildest dreams Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #7 September 7, 2007 They were idiots. Sheep who if they knew the religion they apparently died for would have never done such a thing. Unfortunately there are always people who are extremists and they are always sheep that will follow. I hate all extremists no matter if it is religious extreme , pr PC extreme all form of it sucks except EXTREEM SPORTS.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #8 September 7, 2007 Quotehttp://www.smh.com.au/ffximage/2006/08/30/FallingMan_060829015536020_wideweb__300x430,1.jpg Just watched a documentary about this geeza who jumped to his death from one of the twin towers Why did many Americans get so defensive about this picture? Why did so many people not want to admit the truth that some people actually jumped from the building, why did many Americans (ie, the media) not want to use the term "jumped" but insist on saying they were blowm out of the building, or some other equally wrong term? why not face the truth about that day? I don't believe that you are correct, Wong.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Armour666 0 #9 September 7, 2007 Quote Quote http://www.smh.com.au/ffximage/2006/08/30/FallingMan_060829015536020_wideweb__300x430,1.jpg Just watched a documentary about this geeza who jumped to his death from one of the twin towers Why did many Americans get so defensive about this picture? Why did so many people not want to admit the truth that some people actually jumped from the building, why did many Americans (ie, the media) not want to use the term "jumped" but insist on saying they were blowm out of the building, or some other equally wrong term? why not face the truth about that day? On that day, I lost many colleagues. I watched in horror as the second plane hit the second tower. I know many jumped to escape the intense fire. I would like to imagine my colleagues not suffering, I want to imagine that those that died did so with out pain, without having to chose which way they were going to die (jump or burn). That picture shows someone's brother, husband, father and/or friend jumping to his death. It hurts. It hurts alot to see.j as hard as it is to see I still think it's a brave thing that till the end they took control of thier final moments and made a decision for them selves.SO this one time at band camp..... "Of all the things I've lost I miss my mind the most." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Para_Frog 1 #10 September 7, 2007 Yeah, I was sucked into the 24/7 coverage for about a week. I don't remember it reported that way. You're wong wong.But nice attempt at a troll anyway. - Harvey, BASE 1232 TAN-I, IAD-I, S&TA BLiNC Magazine Team Member Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
birdshit 0 #11 September 7, 2007 i dont know if the guy jumped, got blown out or tripped on a snag in the carpet and fell.. if I worked in a 90+ story building, I would invest in a base rig. If that ever happened, then the choice would be "try out some extreme base jumping or burn" my respects to those who lost their lives and their families. EDIT: why are the words base jumping converted to a url? This implies an endorsement of that website by me and it is in bad taste. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #12 September 7, 2007 HH owns that site as well.. and.. well he can do as he pleases.. its his playground and his toys Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #13 September 11, 2007 Quote EDIT: why are the words BASE jumping converted to a url? This implies an endorsement of that website by me and it is in bad taste. You don't have to post on dropzone if you don't like it. Obviously this place is in bad taste for you I guess. Marc otherwise known as Mr.Fallinwoman.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #14 September 11, 2007 Quotewhy are the words BASE jumping converted to a url? This implies an endorsement of that website by me and it is in bad taste. Some might consider your screen name to be in bad taste. It's all in how you choose to look at it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
