domain DestroyIraq.com

[Blackshear]

Just registered www.destroyiraq.com

Did a google search on "Destroy Iraq", brought up 3,510,000 results... what do you guys think about this one?

 

[DigimainsBiz]

Just registered www.destroyiraq.com

Did a google search on "Destroy Iraq", brought up 3,510,000 results... what do you guys think about this one?

Love the domain name worth almost nothing to the public, but to me it's worth atleast xx,xxx. Much Luck

 

[Keynes]

Well "destroy Iraq" brings up 29,300 google results (it's crucial to place the quotes properly), but there are countless articles that may use that phrase in any number of contexts....so I don't think it's an accurate metric (it's overused in general as well.) That aside, I don't see much value in the name.

 

[barefoottech]

I think you should be ashamed to even have considered regging such a name
Iraq has suffered enough already.
Both the Coalition and Iraqi Forces are trying to secure the country to ensure it is never again is run by a despotic Dictator.
So why would there be a need for anyone now , to search the internet for "Destroy Iraq".
How would you feel ,to learn that someone has Regged DestroyUSA.com


Value is $Pointless and Dis-respectful to all the US and Other allied Persons killed
in IRAQ trying to prevent the destruction of IRAQ



:td:

 

[axilant]

I think you should be ashamed to even have considered regging such a name
Iraq has suffered enough already.
Both the Coalition and Iraqi Forces are trying to secure the country to ensure it is never again is run by a despotic Dictator.
So why would there be a need for anyone now , to search the internet for "Destroy Iraq".
How would you feel ,to learn that someone has Regged DestroyUSA.com


Value is $Pointless and Dis-respectful to all the US and Other allied Persons killed
in IRAQ trying to prevent the destruction of IRAQ



:td:

Agreed ^^

 

[sufi]

I think you should be ashamed to even have considered regging such a name
Iraq has suffered enough already.
Both the Coalition and Iraqi Forces are trying to secure the country to ensure it is never again is run by a despotic Dictator.
So why would there be a need for anyone now , to search the internet for "Destroy Iraq".
How would you feel ,to learn that someone has Regged DestroyUSA.com


Value is $Pointless and Dis-respectful to all the US and Other allied Persons killed
in IRAQ trying to prevent the destruction of IRAQ



:td:

Exactly my thoughts...

 

[runman]

:tri:

 

[Blackshear]

Lol, thanks for the lecture guys but save it, I was asking how much it was worth.

There are people in every country that hate "X" country, get over it.. People several countries hate America, and yes, I'm sure there are plenty of "Destroy USA" sites..... alot of people hate other countries... get over it, its the world we live in.

The name isn't reflecting my opinions about anything, I'm just trying to make a little cash.

And btw, "Destroy Iraq" without the quotes brings up 3,570,000 results.

 

[runman]

not a good domain

 

[Keynes]

The name isn't reflecting my opinions about anything, I'm just trying to make a little cash.

How could you possibly earn money off this domain in an ethical way?

 

[Blackshear]

How could you possibly earn money off this domain in an ethical way?

Cause the war in Iraq is a hot topic and it's left a bitter taste in a lot of peoples mouths.. of those bitter persons might be one who wants a domain to vent about their thoughts on the war in iraq.. and might be like "OH SHIT! DESTROYIRAQ.COM, I WANT THAT"... are you starting to see my logic now?

Sorry if I'm offending you but I'm just trying to earn a little money, it's not like I'm trying to develop the site... now if possible I'd really appreciate if people would get on topic and back to the purpose of the thread.

 

[Frozendice]

Woah, your really blasting that guy. Give him a break hes just registering a domain. I personally disagree with the name destroyiraq.com because I dont' think we should have ever entered there in the first place. I'm against it also because all its doing is breeding hate and bad emotions. I wouldn't want the domain, but if you found a buyer you may be able to get something good for it. Lets have some freedom of speech here people.

 

[Keynes]

Lets have some freedom of speech here people.

I don't think anyone is trying to stifle speech here; naturally a larger dialogue opened up, but I think it's very much related to the name. The real issue is the limits of commercial speech. In the context of war and conflict, is it acceptable to look for financial profit in the situation? I say no, but there is no simple answer to the question. However, the two are instrinsically linked -- if you're looking to gain in a commercial sense from an Iraqi War domain, then larger questions emerge. I don't think there were necessarily bad intentions here, but it's crucial to realize that larger societal issues do matter in the domain market.

 

[pgiddy]

I'm all for free speech. Personally, the domain is worth only reg fee unless you do something with it. Maybe develop it into forums where people can discuss the development of Iraq, albeit I don't think it will be very objective discussion.

The guy who owned forsakethetroops.info used his site to bash the military, and ended up getting bought out for $XXX by people who wanted him to shut up.

I suggest emailing the white house and asking if they are interested in your domain.

 

[VisualArtistFrankBonilla]

In Poor taste

I think you should be ashamed to even have considered regging such a name
Iraq has suffered enough already.
Both the Coalition and Iraqi Forces are trying to secure the country to ensure it is never again is run by a despotic Dictator.
So why would there be a need for anyone now , to search the internet for "Destroy Iraq".
How would you feel ,to learn that someone has Regged DestroyUSA.com


Value is $Pointless and Dis-respectful to all the US and Other allied Persons killed
in IRAQ trying to prevent the destruction of IRAQ



:td:

I agree 100%. To reg this domain is morally wrong. The name itself is disgusting, and shows very poor taste. Name Pros shouldn't even let you post it on this forum.

Whether you are for the war in Iraq, or against it, this is not the way to express how you feel. By the way, everyone is on track, and telling you what your domain is worth, only not in $$$ signs!!
Frank

 

[Blackshear]

pgiddy: Thanks for the input.

I don't think anyone is trying to stifle speech here; naturally a larger dialogue opened up, but I think it's very much related to the name. The real issue is the limits of commercial speech. In the context of war and conflict, is it acceptable to look for financial profit in the situation? I say no, but there is no simple answer to the question. However, the two are instrinsically linked -- if you're looking to gain in a commercial sense from an Iraqi War domain, then larger questions emerge. I don't think there were necessarily bad intentions here, but it's crucial to realize that larger societal issues do matter in the domain market.

Quit blowing things out of proportion.. I saw potential in maybe making a little money, I took it. I'm not saying anything about any country... I just bought a product I thought somone might want to by from me. It is what it is: A domain name, one that I am not even developing... I have no interest in bashing Iraq, but I know several people out there that do, and someone might want to buy it.

societal issues do matter in the domain market.

Phhh... there are far worse things floating around on the internet you should be worrying about; Not some undeveloped domain.

I agree 100%. To reg this domain is morally wrong. The name itself is disgusting, and shows very poor taste. Name Pros shouldn't even let you post it on this forum.

Whether you are for the war in Irag, or against it, this is not the way to express how you feel.
Frank

Oh shutup already... somebody get this kid a gold sticker and a lolipop... I've said it before and I'll say it again: THE DOMAIN DOESN'T REFECT HOW I FEEL.

 

[sublimind]

mid $xx - mid $xxx

Could get larger depending on buyer

Edit - And no one said anything about the mesothelioma domains, which is just making a buck off of disease.

 

[barefoottech]

Yes ,I will defend your right to make money and of "Free Speech"
But within normal moral and ethical guidelines
Is it OK to for instance to register
"ILiketoHaveSexWithLittleGirls.com"
Purely on the basis you can make money and
of your constitutional right to "Free Speech"
("Right of Free Speech" is a rare and Valuable Concept
and should be valued, I as an Australian ,don't have that privilege )

No ,most people Would be horrified by a name promoting "paedophilia" ,
yet you would make money from the depraved sicko's that would frequent the site

Same thing applies with this Domain of yours
"destroyIraq.com"

There are millions of Potential commercial and Available Names
Without crossing the boundaries of Socially acceptable and Normal behaviour.

 

[Blackshear]

Yes ,I will defend your right to make money and of "Free Speech"
But within normal moral and ethical guidelines
Is it OK to for instance to register
"ILiketoHaveSexWithLittleGirls.com"
Purely on the basis you can make money and
of your constitutional right to "Free Speech"
("Right of Free Speech" is a rare and Valuable Concept
and should be valued, I as an Australian ,don't have that privilege )

No ,most people Would be horrified by a name promoting "paedophilia" ,
yet you would make money from the depraved sicko's that would frequent the site

Same thing applies with this Domain of yours
"destroyIraq.com"

There is millions of Potential commercial and Available Names
Without crossing the boundaries of Socially acceptable and Normal behaviour.

Sorry but that was one of the most terrible attempts at an analogy I've ever seen. You compare domain name related to discontempt to an opposing force to CHILD PORNOGRAPHY.. sorry but you just can't.

It's natural for people to have negative feelings toward countries they are at war with... I see that so I registered a domain that would serve as a reflection for that purpose for whoever may want it... it really is laughable that you would think to compare that to child porn.

Again: I registered the domain as an opportunity to make money, not express my feelings about the subject or develop ANYTHING.

EDIT: BTW, sublimind - Thanks for actually responding according to the threads purpose.

 

[barefoottech]

I did appraise the domain BTW
and We are not at war with IRAQ,but we are at war with IRAQI Rebels
The official IRAQ government is part of the Alliance.