At the moment we can see this with all the discussion about whether or not a photo of Osama Bin Laden's dead body should, or should not be shown. We will all consider this from our own cultural viewpoint.(some of which will double-standards of course!) I'm sure that at some stage this photo will be shown, but doubt it will be done by the USA authorities.
I was in Kerala, India around the time of Saddam Husseins' death by hanging. With my 'western' outlook I was surprised to come across an outdoor exhibition of photos of his death. I thought I had taken photos of people viewing the photos, but it seems not - however I did take a picture of the poster advertising the exhibition. (An area I can well recommend you visit).
So when we find ourselves saying 'everyone' will 'think', 'says', or 'agrees' - remember, 'it ain't necessarily so'. While 'the west' may think a decision to show the photos would inflame some - for others, not showing it will inflame some others, and of course, play into the conspiracy brigades thoughts.
Here are a couple of photos of the wonderful Chinese nets they mention: the fisherman catch very little now-days so please help them by giving a little to help support their families - especially of you take photos!
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Very interesting Heather....you sure are a well-travelled (and very open-minded) Kiwi....good on you!
This is beautiful Chinese net at Kochi. dear Hapeta, i dont know you remember me or not, i think 3-4 years back you visited my Internet cafe @ cochin. i still remember you. You are a wonderful person!
thank you ... yes I was in Ernakulum ( bad spelling!) and used an internet cafe then ... if you were on the waterfront, yes i did use your internet cafe. I must post some more pieces about my wonderful time there.
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