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Originally Posted by IvySpice
Most of us would be very suspicious of a man who claimed to revere his Nazi ancestors solely for their dedication, sacrifice, and commitment. They were accomplices in a horrific crime against humanity that was socially acceptable at that time and place. If playing that role is forgivable when it comes to slavery, it ought to be forgivable when it comes to the Holocaust, too. Are we willing to forgive our predecessors' roles in all crimes against humanity, or only some?
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You might rethink that statement.