I think that there is a line between honest self-critique and politically charged rhetoric. For instance, saying “Americans are so deeply entrenched in an economic system that exploits the poor” is wholly leftist and is not only political, but (in my opinion) is painfully erroneous. Although it may further Obama’s kingdom… it doesn’t further God’s kingdom, which is why we’re here.

With regard to Compassion’s generous sponsors: Have you ever been to a church on a Sunday night where the preacher was scolding his church for its shabby Sunday night attendance? The trouble is… he’s yelling at the wrong people! Don’t be too quick to convict the $32/month sponsor when you don’t know what else they’re doing (besides their support of Compassion) to further His kingdom.

You’ve got energy and spirit and I don’t want to mute that… only to help you channel it to maximize your positive effect on your circle of influence.

“Hateful and uneducated comments?!?!” I’ll have you know I pride myself on my knowledge of history. I got a 4 out of 5 on my AP (advanced placement) History test in 10th grade. And after the test, I walked out and said, “wow, that was physically painful.” Maybe only two others in the class matched that score, and only one beat it. Don’t say I’m uneducated when it comes to historical events.

Although, I can see the confusion with the way his comment started with the boo hoo ’s.

On a side note - my grandfather was the only one of eleven siblings to make it out of Armenia alive during WW1.

Please do not use this forum for your own uneducated and hateful thoughts. We need to recognize all crimes against humanity and educate those who are oblivious to such. Armenians are proud of who they are, where they come from and what they stand for and we will never stop educating those on the Armenian Genocide and ensuring that it is recognized. Until this occurs, we will continue to persevere!!!!!!!!!!!!