As a hard-core Liberal, I believe in egalitarianism, justice, and social equality for everyone.
But you see, some countries have an intrinsic coolness factor attached to them. So it's great to pack big convention rooms and demand the freedom of Tibet or Darfur. Those places rock! When you've got a celebrity like Richard Gere heading the festivities, it's bound to be a swell time.
But places like Afghanistan and Iraq are just so uncool. Why should I be concerned about them? You think Celine Dion is gonna make a guest appearance to support freedom for Afghan women? Not a chance.
So as I said, I support liberty and freedom for all, because we are all equal. But some of us are a little more equal than others.