I reflected on the identity of the 2005 London bombers, specifically their Pakistani origins, while worrying about potential backlash. I initially hoped for higher tolerance in the UK compared to the US but noted reports of anti-Asian discrimination.
I posted a brief status update during the July 7, 2005 London bombings to confirm my safety as reports of explosions emerged. The discussion quickly shifted to community members sharing resources for free e-books and BitTorrent clients.
I’ve stopped providing regular updates for my London travel series due to time constraints. This post serves as the final entry for the collection, concluding my digital record of the London 2000 trip.
I catalog my essential software inventory for new laptop setups, featuring tools like ActivePerl, WinAmp, and NoteTab Light. I also weigh my preference for tools like Firefox and MSN Messenger against those I choose to skip.
I note the resilient, classic British reaction to the July 2005 London bombings. Comparing my office's mood to online sentiment, I highlight links that capture the collective refusal to be intimidated by the attacks.
I explore how my identity is perceived by strangers in London and compare the high-pressure grading at IIM to the private, low-competition evaluation system I encountered at London Business School during my exchange program.
harish15 Jul 2005 1:58 am:
you can never say. places supposedly tolerant like new zealand had a few attacks on mosques. also i heard the discrimination on the pakis particularly is a long standing issue. am i wrong? the link incidentally doesnt click through to the page intended. its on the index page
S Anand16 Jul 2005 8:05 am:
Fixed the link. Thanks, Harish. And yes, I have heard about some incidents against Asians outside London. You are right.
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