Must say that things can really be taken out of context can't they. I'm sorry Robin that you have only chosen to quote only certain things that suit you, rather than take my post as a whole, being selective like that makes it difficult to comment on what you have to say because you are putting a different slant on what I've said but luckily enough for me, others have actually seen what I mean.
I still say that from what has been reported about Ms Thatchers comments they were not racist and I think you know that too. Mr Chris's post on this page hit the nail on the head and is what I go along with wholeheartedly. Yes of course we all have our own opinions and thoughts on everything, life would be dull if we all thought the same, but for me, when someone is taking things out of context, and is actually making more out of the situation than was there in the first place, I'm afraid I feel I must comment.
I like fairness in everything and by ANYONE saying Ms Thatcher was being racist they are doing her an injustice. She was silly to say anything in this day and age, but because it was nothing more than I have mentioned above....then it's difficult to accept what you are saying. I would dearly love everyone to get along in this world but it's not possible....but please don't take things wrongly and put meanings into things that aren't there, it's so unfair to do that. This matter shouldn't have been a sacking offence and I feel the BBC were wrong to do what they've done. I just wish people would see things for what they are and not read more into them, offence can be taken at anything can't it, but it depends on how we all want to pursue the words/deeds. A little less "jumping" and a little more understanding and forgiveness would go a helluva long way in this world.