Peter Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 Apparently, we diverted that plane because of Cat Stevens and would not let him in the country. That seems odd. Cat "Peace Train" Stevens Not Allowed in US!?!
stuckincincy Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 I saw him at Kleinhans in the early '70's. Very disappointing. I think he was under the influence of something.
RkFast Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 They should keep him out. His music sucks and so does his attitude. He's an oddbird amonst oddbirds.
Kelly the Dog Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 He should've taken the Peace Train.
Paco Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 They should keep him out. His music sucks and so does his attitude. He's an oddbird amonst oddbirds. 41008[/snapback] Can't speak to his attitude or how odd of a bird he is, but "Tea for the Tillerman" has been with me since childhood, and is far and away a great album that I'll always take with me.
Dave in VA Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 This is just nuts and seems to typify the overreaction syndrome gripping this administration. I'm with the rest of you when it comes to protecting the homeland, but Cat Stevens, a treat? C'mon. I wouldn't look kindly upon someone who may have contributed to Hamas either, but the extent of that isn't even clear, is it? I couldn't stand his music, although my girlfriend at the time liked him and so, well, I pretended I did.
DC Tom Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 This is just nuts and seems to typify the overreaction syndrome gripping this administration. I'm with the rest of you when it comes to protecting the homeland, but Cat Stevens, a treat? C'mon. I wouldn't look kindly upon someone who may have contributed to Hamas either, but the extent of that isn't even clear, is it? I couldn't stand his music, although my girlfriend at the time liked him and so, well, I pretended I did. 41827[/snapback] Odds are this didn't get to the level of "the administration" before the decision was made. Most likely, his name is similar to someone on a watch list somewhere, which forced some government drone into following an inviolable procedure requiring that he not be allowed in the country. I'm pretty sure if Ted Kennedy can be confused with someone on a terrorist watch list, it can happen with Cat Stevens...
stuckincincy Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 This is just nuts and seems to typify the overreaction syndrome gripping this administration. I'm with the rest of you when it comes to protecting the homeland, but Cat Stevens, a treat? C'mon. I wouldn't look kindly upon someone who may have contributed to Hamas either, but the extent of that isn't even clear, is it? I couldn't stand his music, although my girlfriend at the time liked him and so, well, I pretended I did. 41827[/snapback] OK, but don't scream "They didn't do enough" when something happens or someone slips through. I'm reminded of those who demand that every shipping container coming to US ports gets torn down and inspected. Of course, it would cost billions of dollars of equipment and personnel, cause the shut-down of the US economy and the discharge of millions of workers in countless kinds of jobs, a world-wide Rosen of the global economy.... To some, that's a mere triviality compared to attacking this administration and political gain...
Captain America Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 Stevens is a jerk and his music blows also he knew he wasnt allowed in the US then why was he trying to get to Wshington DC.The obvious answer is he is a Muslims ,,eliminate him. :I starred in Brokeback Mountain:
ExiledInIllinois Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 Does anybody know why the song "Peace Train" has been removed off 10,000 Maniacs album "In My Tribe". Just curious? I thought it had something to do with his stance on the whole Salmen Rushdi [sP] thing? I figure the original is a collectors item?
Alaska Darin Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 I figure the original is a collectors item? 41900[/snapback] Yeah, all six 10,000 Maniacs fans will be itching to find it.
stuckincincy Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 Stevens is a jerk and his music blows also he knew he wasnt allowed in the US then why was he trying to get to Wshington DC.The obvious answer is he is a Muslims ,,eliminate him. :I starred in Brokeback Mountain: 41897[/snapback] He should avow Christianity or Judaeism and take a plane to certain Muslim countries. A flight diversion might be the least of his problems.
ExiledInIllinois Posted September 22, 2004 Posted September 22, 2004 Yeah, all six 10,000 Maniacs fans will be itching to find it. 42024[/snapback] I knew you would say that... Yet, I posted anyway.
Guest RabidBillsFanVT Posted September 23, 2004 Posted September 23, 2004 Stevens is a jerk and his music blows also he knew he wasnt allowed in the US then why was he trying to get to Wshington DC.The obvious answer is he is a Muslims ,,eliminate him. :I starred in Brokeback Mountain: 41897[/snapback] Eliminate people who use bad spelling and grammar often also, and ban them from PPP. :I starred in Brokeback Mountain: Not really, but it felt good to say it!!!
Cheeseburger_in_paradise Posted September 24, 2004 Posted September 24, 2004 He apparently also supported the death decree on Salam Rushdie, the author of Satanic Verses. So he is favor of the death of anyone who speaks against Islam. I'd be keeping my eye on him too. I don't think he ever again needs to set foot in the United States of America.
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