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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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Protesters, Please Be Polite!

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

Thousands of people have demonstrated in the streets if Moscow concerning their demand for a democratic society-Now! Boris Titov, a leader of the business community is rather upset. “The most important point for citizen activism should not lead to political instability which would be a negative scenario. Dialogue is needed as the basis of reason and intelligence and not of emotion and political ambition.”

Let me get this straight. Prime Minister Vladimir Putin who controls the government, the media, and the electoral process is determined to be elected as president. If anyone is guilty of “political ambition,” it certainly is the ex-KGB agent.

Titov does not wish protesters to rush “into political liberalization.” He wants them to “think everything through and allow conditions to mature.” I get it, when Putin completes his latest twelve year run at running the country, MAYBE, he will allow someone else to be the president. Just have patience.

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Turkey Headed To Authoritarian Rule

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Prime Minister Recep Erdogan increasingly seeks to instill  spirit which is more Muslim than Turkish. Kemal Kilicdaroglu, head of an important opposition party sharply condemned the drift toward making religion the center of his nation. “At work is an insidious attack on the rule of law and order in Turkey’s ruling party.” He pointed out that hundreds of journalists, publishers, military officers, members of the academic community and politicians have been either arrested or charged with crimes.

The Turkish economy is proceeding towards creating a modern society. This requires working with people who are not Muslim. It also means if Turkey desires membership in the European Union it must abandon this assault on democratic forces.

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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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NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

Posted on February 5, 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

One never has to ask a child twice to jump up and down.

I prefer watching faces on TV rather than listening to the babble of words coming from them.

Newt Gingrich never met an idea that wasn’t his.

So nice to see children eating breakfast with mom and dad.

It has been years since I last saw a rainbow. Where have they gone?

I insist on very hot coffee in the morning.

To think is to require solitude.

Republicans are concerned about Big Government but have no problem with Big Money.

A boss explaining to employees is a boss who is certain.

I have always loved bananas.

Mystery of life: why are there dark clouds?

I encounter few who think as I do. I wonder if that is an example of good or bad news.

There is a moment when it hits 1:15 p.m. when all is quiet.

To be intelligent, one must know the origin of how mind evolves.

To hope is to be alive.

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Mitt Makes It In Nevada

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

It is now clear that Mitt Romney is definitely the choice of women who work in Nevada’s houses of ill repute. Together with his fellow Mormons and those who believe our nation needs wealthy men in charge of our economy, the man from Utah became the man of the hour  in the state of prostitutes and gambling. Ironically, latest polls reveal that 41% of people on Facebook interpreted the endorsement of Donald Trump for his fellow businessman as a negative.

Newt once again got neutered, Ron Paul continued to secure votes from those who have absolutely no idea about modern economics, and Rick Santorum once again told the story of his hard working grandfather. It makes no difference if Rick wins or loses, we must hear THE STORY.

It continues to be symbolic that Mitt Romney has yet to win at least 50% of the vote in any primary. I wonder why?

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Religion And Turkey

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

During most of the 20th century the nation of Turkey was governed by those seeking to maintain the separation of church and state, or should we say, between the mosque and  state. About a decade ago the Justice and Development Party(AKP) gained political power in the country. It presented itself as a moderate Muslim party that respected the  rights of those who were either not Muslim or Muslims who prefer separation of mosque and state. As each election has led to increased voting power, the AKP has become more and more vocal concerning its religious goals.

Prime Minister Recep Erdogan made clear what he desired. “Do you expect the conservative democrat AK Party to raise atheist generations? This may be your objective, but not ours. We will raise a generation that is conservative and democratic and embraces the values and historical principles of this nation.”

I regret to inform PM Erdogan, but in a “democratic society, ” children are NOT raised to believe in the philosophy and values of A  political party. If they are raised in the Erdogan approach it is a dictatorial society.

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