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mklein818
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 Posted-11 Apr 2004: 07:11:03   
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I must admit that Pim was a major hero of mine--and someone who may yet go down as the Martin Luther King of this century, for having the temerity to challenge the intolerance of political Islam--and for that matter, the intolerance of of European leftism.
But there are two things that stand in the way of his legacy as an earthbreaking leader--the lack of knowledge of Pim's philosophy outside the Netherlands, and the embarrassing implosion of the LPF.
While there is little that can be done right away to erase the memory of LPF's degeneration, there is something that can be done to make Pim and his legacy resonant for a new generation--the translation of his most important works into English.
Please, someone make this happen soon...
Mike
Mike Klein
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PaulMeijer
Netherlands
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Posted-12 Apr 2004: 14:21:16
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quote:
Originally posted by mklein818
I must admit that Pim was a major hero of mine--and someone who may yet go down as the Martin Luther King of this century, for having the temerity to challenge the intolerance of political Islam--and for that matter, the intolerance of of European leftism.
But there are two things that stand in the way of his legacy as an earthbreaking leader--the lack of knowledge of Pim's philosophy outside the Netherlands, and the embarrassing implosion of the LPF.
While there is little that can be done right away to erase the memory of LPF's degeneration, there is something that can be done to make Pim and his legacy resonant for a new generation--the translation of his most important works into English.
Please, someone make this happen soon...
Mike
Mike Klein
[email protected]
1-301-728-4549
Hi Mike,
I know that his books will be translated soon, also there was a American moviecompany that will make a movie around Pim Fortuyn.
Paul Meijer
www.forza-nederland.nl
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mfrederick
Austria
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Posted-27 Apr 2004: 04:31:17
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Originally posted by PaulMeijer
quote:
Originally posted by mklein818
I must admit that Pim was a major hero of mine--and someone who may yet go down as the Martin Luther King of this century, for having the temerity to challenge the intolerance of political Islam--and for that matter, the intolerance of of European leftism.
But there are two things that stand in the way of his legacy as an earthbreaking leader--the lack of knowledge of Pim's philosophy outside the Netherlands, and the embarrassing implosion of the LPF.
While there is little that can be done right away to erase the memory of LPF's degeneration, there is something that can be done to make Pim and his legacy resonant for a new generation--the translation of his most important works into English.
Please, someone make this happen soon...
Mike
Mike Klein
[email protected]
1-301-728-4549
Hi Mike,
I know that his books will be translated soon, also there was a American moviecompany that will make a movie around Pim Fortuyn.
Paul Meijer
www.forza-nederland.nl
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mfrederick
Austria
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Posted-27 Apr 2004: 04:32:23
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Dear Mr. Meijer:
Do you have any more details about the Pim movie project?
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English Girl
United Kingdom
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Posted-12 Aug 2004: 12:49:30
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Hello Everyone. 
How wonderful to hear that Pim Fortuyns books may be translated into English. Anything by Pim or information about him in English will always be very welcome. To have this part of the forum with English updates and discussions is so helpful! Pim Fortuyn was a brillant man who was not given the chance he deserved. By publishing his ideas and works into English he will be far more accessible to everyone.
Best wishes to all,
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Ronald D.
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Posted-12 Aug 2004: 20:06:56
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Well, most of his books cover the actual political situation in Holland and may therefore not be completely comprehended by outsiders.
It helps if you are living in our country today.
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English Girl
United Kingdom
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Posted-13 Aug 2004: 13:36:45
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I agree that Pim Fortuyns political concerns were mostly for the Netherlands, but the political climate in Western Europe is such that I honestly think he touches a raw nerve with many of us, and voiced our concerns too. He is one of the few people to question the fact that our freedom of speech here in England has certainly been taken away from the English people. Pim knew what was happening right across the board.
Best wishes English Girl
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Rene68
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Posted-26 Aug 2004: 14:53:01
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I think people across Europe can learn a lot from Pim.
Many of the local problems he wrote and spoke about, are European problems and like the Netherlands before Pim, it is not political correct/allowed to discus these problems in most European countries.
I think the good thing about translating Pim's work also is that it can help inspire new Pim Fortuyn alike politicians across Europe and his violent dead will hopefully warn them for the dangers wich are facing them.
Especialy his view on the Islam is one everybody in Europe should know about.
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Future of Fortuynism and The Need For Translation
