How Can We Judge What's Relative

American media/society is always quick to criticize cultures for barbaric practices, but not too long ago we were doing many similar things not too long ago. We condemn cultures for stoning people and, though it is wrong, it wasn't too long ago that white Americans were chopping off the foots of black slaves who did nothing but try to attain their freedom. So before we jump to call other cultures for their wrongs, let us first recognize our own (instead of trying to sweep them under an already full rug). Why is it that we set the standard for what is right and when?

(This post is in response to a story I saw on CNN.com about a woman and man being stoned to death for committing adultery)

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