Category Archives: Peace

NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

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We offer observations on the human condition from a 22 year old mind trapped in an 82 year old body.

NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

Modern youth believes today was always.

I trust technology experts, not myself.

Each day one should sit silently thinking about life.

If you fear calamity, it will arrive.

Live with dirt and you will become healthier.

God can not work in mysterious ways, He is God.

I am a pretzel man, a pretzel a day keeps the doctor away.

In the name of “National Security” any horror can be committed.

Each day another story about a child or adult accidentally killing someone.

Americans are well armed to kill fellow Americans.

Few in coffee shop stretch  leg over another chair.

I do not use a fork to eat a cupcake.

Unusual for a small girl to walk with determination.

To boast about hatred  is not what Jesus said.

Frankly, Jesus is not coming back. He prefers a world with sane life forms.

Some gaze at computer screen seeking THE Answer!

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Where Are Oil Folk In Middle East?

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President Obama has made clear to the American people that rebel forces in Syria lack weapons of mass destruction as well as even rifles and bullets. In a recent interview, Prince Turki bin Faisal of Saudi Arabia made clear that his government “wants the downfall of Assad” in Syria. He  noted that Assad’s military has “lethal arms, mainly aircraft and tanks and helicopters” while rebel forces lack the necessary equipment. He admits that if rebel forces are not provided “the necessary means” it will result in a long drawn out conflict. I assume this is the thinking of the United States government.

Question: Since Saudi Arabia has billions of dollars in its treasury, then why doesn’t the Saudi government spend money on helicopters and tanks and machine guns, etc..? Why isn’t Saudi Arabia arming the rebels, heck President Putin supplies Assad and his murderers! There is no need for America to become the supplier unless we are supplying weapons paid for by the government of Saudi Arabia!

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Spy Academy Awards

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In olden days nations would boast about their armed forces or their economic might, but in the modern world, unless a nation has a first class spy system, they must be condemned to the dustbin of second rate powers. Keith Alexander, head of the National Security Agency is currently in Germany where he is extolling the virtues of his organization. As he strolled through offices of the German government, the man of darkness quietly and firmly explained to backward German officials that they have fallen behind in the spy race. They can not read what each citizen in Germany has said, written or done today. They do not know what Kurt or Hilgrid is discussing on Facebook so how can Germany claim to be a first rate nation?

We now inhabit a world in which spying is the latest proof that a nation is important. I am certain that as Alexander extolls the work of his agency, German spy folk are seeking to learn so they can know what goes on in each German home. Yesterday, it was Europe, today it is being a number One spook!

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Fire This Time In Brazil

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During the course of this century Brazil will emerge as  among the most important nations in the world. However, it remains a country in which the gap between poor and middle class and rich is enormous. Of course, we Americans also confront the same issue. Riots and demonstrations convulsed Sao Paulo as people protested a raise in transportation costs along with utility increases. They are disturbed by enormous expenditures to deal with the forthcoming Olympics. President Dilma Roussef is shocked by the turn of events. Her press secretary Gilberto Carvalho, commented: “it would be pretentious to say we understand what’s going on. If we are not sensitive we’ll be caught on the wrong side of history.”

It is a social conflict, it is a political conflict and it is an economic conflict between those who have and those who do not. Billions for sport events and no billions for those needing jobs and schools for their children. Ignore history and pay the consequences.

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Aortion Debate, Are You Kidding?

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The Republican Party has a rondevous with disaster and it will not stop until I ensures a collapse of the economy in order to prove that President Obama can not  be right about anything. At a time when millions are without work, at a time when students are worried about their education debts, at a time when child care is being cut along with food stamps, the House of Representatives has plunged into a discussion of the Number One issue in America-abortion. They passed by a vote of 228-196 the Pain Capable Unborn Protection Act which makes it a crime for a doctor to perform an abortion if a woman is 20 weeks pregnant. Our infrastructure is collapsing but to Republicans the issue remains, ABORTION!

They can not let go of their desire to focus on issues -that are important–but should be discussed in a reasonable manner – not to secure votes from those committed to ending any and all abortion rights. I can well imagine if the US was attacked, the House of Representatives would focus on the Number one issue-Abortion!

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Karzai Not Happy

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It I over a decade since American troops first entered Afghanistan in order to end al-Qaeda or get rid of the Taliban or do something constructive. The bright boys who ran the US government decided to place Hamid Karzai as the new ruler of the country, and he certainly has enjoyed the ride. Millions for his friends, drug galore and a good time enjoyed by those in the power loop. Hamid and his friends have failed to capture the respect of Afghans who regard the entire crew as a collection of men who want money and power-for themselves, that is. The Taliban has agreed to open an office in Qatar and expressed a desire to engage in discussions in order to end the current civil war. Karzai was kept informed by the American government, but he is upset. The Taliban used the expression, “Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.”

At the initial stage of discussions, each side expresses its desires. Karzai wants to end the possibility of discussions before they even begin. This man is a disaster, he is power mad. The US must pursue this opportunity and, if the man with an ego refuses to participate, just go on. Eventually, he will join in because this is one person who will ignore an opportunity to demonstrate power.

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HEADLINES FROM WORLD PRESS

Posted on June 19, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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

USA, Army Times:  ”Defense Bill Reduces Generals”

There goes a lot of egos.

New Zealand, New Zealand Herald:  ”Stop Selling Highs”

I guess you want to take the low road.

Russia, Moscow Times: “Blasphemy Bill”

Now, that is what we really term, blasphemy

Sweden, The Local:  ”Bacteria Riot In Sweden”

And, there are plenty more ready to riot.

France, Connexion:  ”Burglar Caught By Earprint”

Quit laying down on the job.

USA, aol:  ”National Standards Cancelled”

Teachers get a chance to teach.

Netherlands, Dutch News:  ”Restaurants Lose Name”

Just call them, clip joints.

 

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Shake Hand With Devil?

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I frequently wonder how we Earth folk would explain our customs to a visitor from another planet. Some on this planet claim that God wants females to cover their head because He is upset at naked haired females. Some males want head covered and others don’t give a damn. Then, there are males who insist God demands that females have head covered but he doesn’t care if males do. I once worked at a college in which Orthodox Jewish females and fundamentalist Muslim females did not want a male to shake their hand, but it was OK if males shook my hand.

A recent case in Sweden resulted in a male seeking a position to be turned down because he refused to shake the hand of a female boss. He did win damages from the Swedish Equality Ombundsman. Oh, the Muslim male insisted that he could not shake the female’s hand unless he immediately washed his hands.

Oh well, I guess God will get a night’s sleep knowing there are folks down on Earth who do not cover their heads when showering or going to bed.

Now, you know why aliens do NOT come to planet Earth!

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Let’s Talk With With The Devil

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All wars go on and on until at some point either side or both sides agree to sit down and engage in some form of dialogue. American officials in Qatar have reached an agreement with Taliban officials to have discussions without prior agreements about anything. Initially, there will be a “peace and reconciliation” discussions to be followed with long range talks between the Taliban and members of the Afghan government. The US no longer demands the Taliban denounce a-Qaida as a first step on the road to peace. As one senior US official noted, “we have long said this conflict won’t be won on the  battlefield.”

I wonder if anyone checked with John McCain or Fox News. It would be important to receive support from Sarah Palin,  our most prominent authority on Middle Eastern affairs. Some days she just gazes out her front window and reviews events in Iraq. At least the Taliban is ready to “jaw, jaw”in stead of
“war, war.”

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“No One Pushes HIM Around!!”

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Recep Tayyip Erdogan is a very important man and anyone who desires to enjoy a free life in Turkey should heed his words of wisdom. The Man is getting tired of people in the streets of HIS country going around insisting they have rights as to wha happens in His city. Recep thinks it is time to quit fooling around and get serious about law and order. “From now on, our police will not overlook any lawlessness.” He wants those protesting to know the time to be open to new ideas is over and they will obey his every wish and demand. As far as he is concerned, use of tear gas is the “inherent right” of the police.

Recep understands that a “foriegn conspiracy” exists and he will not allow a group of Zionid foreigners to tell decent Muslim folk what to think or believe. The prime minister also made clear to opposition political members that he keeps track of anyone who dares to dispute his words. They now are on the shit list and some may wind up in jail

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