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NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

We offer observations on the human condition from a 21 year old mind trapped in an 81 year old body.

NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

Today is Saturday, I wonder who is ahead in Republican race for president.

I am a kind friend, alas, many are not.

There are those “with ideas,” the problem is all too often we are better off with those without ideas.

Parents tower over children until that magic moment when shorty is the tall one.

I wonder if there are seasons in Heaven.

I am truly impressed by those who wear shorts in winter.

I am the solitary man in life.

When reading, I never hold my hand on a page.

It is important in life to respect the privacy of others.

I never in real life encounter people like those blond haired women on Fox News who carry a perennial smile on their faces.

I would go to hell before eating a McDonald’s hamburger.

I demand of others high moral and ethical standards, that is why I have few friends.

I once stood on a mountain top in the Rockies. So near to God was I.

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Santorum New Republican Saint

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

Rick won big in Minnesota and Missouri and his victorious performance in Colorado indicates that he will continue to be a presence in the Republican race for the presidency. Mitt once again miffed the chance to prove he is popular among Republicans. Actually, it would be wonderful if Mitt actually gained 50% of the vote in any state in the union. Rick gave his normal speech, about his love for America, his love for his wife, his love for his children, his love for his hard working grandfather, his love of standing before a microphone and having people pay attention to his words.

Mitt’s response to getting whipped was to attack Obama and toss around some lies about unemployment. About 10% of Missouri voters voted for Uncommitted. We suggest the Republican Party make contact with this guy and have him enter the race for president.

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Dirty Harry Blasts Conservatives

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

Clint Eastwood, who gained fame in movies depicting a conservative advocate of law and order, has become the enemy of Republican conservatives who dislike anyone uttering a word of praise regarding the American economy.Eastwood narrated a two minute Chrysler ad in which he praised the Detroit automobile industry for staging a comback due to aid from the Federal government. After all, it was President Obama who fought to provide financial aid to General Motors and prevented a collapse of the entire industry.

Karl Rove, the evil genius behind George Bush, says the ad “offended” him. He is upset that auto executives seek to claim they have the industry back on top. Ironically, Clint Eastwood only once voted for a Democrat for office. Of course, he angered some by saying he wasn’t impressed by Mitt.

In the Conservative world, the sun only shines when a conservative Republican is president.

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Iran And Israel-Race To Disaster?

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

There are moments when one wonders whether Israel or Iran will be the first to explode the Middle East into violence that will make any sort of peace impossible for decades to come.Iran’s clerics are filled with the spirit of Mohamed, or at least their interpretation of what he would say or do, while Israel leaders just know that God is on their side. The Obama administration imposed even stricter economic sanctions on Iran in a last ditch effort to half the path toward nuclear weapons. These restrictions were also intended to persaude the Israel government of PM Benjamin Netanyahu to avoid military strikes against Iran.

Israel leaders insist they must strike now or it will be too late to avoid preventing Iran from building a nuclear weapon. The European Union announced it would ban import of oil from Iran. US economic sanctions are creating havoc to the Iranian economy. Iranian businessmen are facing economic ruin, Iranian money is less and less valuable, and shortages grow each day.

One is left with the conclusion that if clerics get their bomb, will they also get a collapsed economy? Israel may get their desire for military attacks on Iran and receive in return thousands of missiles aimed at Israeli cities. There are times in life when one gets what he desired and is less successful for it. This is one of those times!

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HEADLINES FROM THE WORLD PRESS

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

We offer samples of headlines that appeared in the world press along with our comments.

Australia, Sydney Morning Herald: ”Naughty List”

Is is not nice to have a naughty list.

South Africa, Argus: ”Time To Look For New Social Vices”

Just check with the Republican party, they know all about vice, in fact, they practice them.

USA, NY Post: ”Pay Plan Ridiculous”

I assume you refer to paying Congressmen for their work.

Netherlands, Dutch News: ”Commotion About Headscarf”

We get upset at covering heads, but not upset at uncovering bodies.

France, Connexion: ”Slimmer Students Get Higher Grades”

I have a hunch professors prefer slim girls.

Saudi Arabia, Saudi Gazette: ”What Is A Junk Car Worth”

The more interesting question is what is a Junk Congress worth?

UK, Guardian: ”Need To Die In Paris”

Personally, I prefer living in Paris.

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Barack Breaks Ahead

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

During most of his administration, Barack Obama has endured constant criticism about wars, about unemployed folk, about whether he was born in America, whether he is a Muslim or Christian and certainly about going into debt. Mitt Romney offers America a solution– make the rich richer and the poor poorer. Why change what is working? Unfortunately, for Mitt, latest polls reveal the president is now more popular than Romney by a vote of 51% to 45%.

The question is: why despite the horrible economic situation do more Americans prefer the current president than a man who claims to be a business genius? Frankly, as long as Mitt Romney gives interviews, talks to audiences, he eventually will say something stupid or insulting to someone. The only reason is Barack Obama is surging ahead is that his opponent is great at surging backward.

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Go East Young Jew!

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

Throughout American history, people of European descent headed west into “open land” that was inhabited by animals and a few stray folks called Indians. Americans insisted it was their “manifest destiny” to occupy any land they believed was not being used for useful purposes. OK, so they had to kill or place on reservations those who apparently did not grasp that God was on the other side.

In Israel, those who have God on their side head east to the “barren lands” of the West Bank which has a lot of empty space and a few people who claim to own the land. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon visited Israel and made clear, “all Israeli settlements are contrary to international law.” OK, so they go against international law, but does Mr. moon have any statement from God if kicking people off their land is against what He desires?

Heck, if you have God on your side it is OK to start a war.

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For MB, That Was Then, Now Is Now!

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

Leaders of the Muslim Brotherhood spent almost half a century on the outside gazing through the window loaded with goods like being in power and living off the fat of the land, and now that the Brotherhood is inside the restaurant it only makes sense to enjoy the fruits of power. Mohamed El-Beltagui, argues since the Muslim Brotherhood “paved the way for a revolution, ” they have a right to celebrate controlling Parliament and all the goodies that go along with running a government.

As thousands protested the massacre at the soccer match and blamed the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces(SCAF) for its failure in preventing bloodshed, dozens of MB volunteers blocked the way of those who actually began the revolution because they wanted their people to make decisions, not some mob of protesters.

Alas, it was just a few months ago the Muslim Brotherhood was linking arms with protesters and demanding democracy. Today, they demand obedience. Will there eventually be protesters in Tahrir Square protesting against the MB? Time will tell.

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Sadness Of Syria

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

One can only cry for the beloved country of Syria in these times of violence and oppression. The world was prepared to offer support for those being murdered by President Bashar al-Assad, but Russia and China vetoed any attempt at action in the UN Security Council. Naturally, two nations which are essentially under the control of authoritarian folk refused to allow action against an authoritarian ruler. Even as they issued their veto, guns in Syria were being replaced by mortar shells and hundreds were now dead.

Death is now the common event in Syria. Those who dare expressing ideas for their rights are killed. It would be wonderful if hundreds of imams from the Middle East marched into Syria in the name of their religion, but we doubt if that event will ever occur. Where are demonstrations in support for Syria in Muslim nations is the real question? Of course, if some newspaper printed a cartoon depicting Mohammad, they would be in the streets.

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