Category Archives: Satire

HEADLINES FROM WORLD PRESS

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

UK, Guardian:  ”Toilet Paper Shortage”

This is one shitty story.

USA, Daily News:  ”No Charges Against Officer Who Killed Teen”

Why charge him,  he met the daily quota?

USA,  aol:  ”White House Releases Benghazi Notes”

Did the White House clear it with Fox News?

France, Connexion:  ”Good Girl Gone Bad”

I think it is more interesting news if about a bad girl gone good.

China, China Daily:  ”Who Stole The Show”

As far as John Boehner is concerned, the answer is-Barack Obama.

Germany, Der Spiegel:  ”Pet Monkey Remains In Germany”

I assume he is making a monkey of himself.

Russia, Moscow Times:  ”Work Longer, Live Longer”

But, in what physical shape?

Drugs,Drugs, Drugs

Future historians will shake their heads in wonder at drug policies that arose in the United States during early years of the twentieth century because what was made law  made absolutely no sense. Throughout the history of the United States  there were no laws against use of drugs until the opening decade of the twentieth century. Initially, these new laws were aimed at Chinese opium dens since it was assumed Chinese immigrants were attempting to damage the  lives of decent white people of European descent. Thus was initiated drug policies which have wrecked havoc  on the lives of people in Latin America. During the past several years over 70,000 have died in Mexico due to drug lords and their murderous gangs.

The Organization of American States(OAS) just issued a new report which blasts laws that make drugs illegal because the end result has been the emergence of drug lords, corruption and death. Americans want drugs and the cost of their desire is corruption, drug gangs and death for thousands throughout Latin America. Jose Miguel Insula, secretary general of the OAS, is calling for review of current laws and changes that would result in destroying drug  lords. Step one is to legalize  drugs, provide inexpensive drugs to those seeking them, and to enable Latin Americans to end their fear of drug wars.

HEADLINES FROM WORLD PRESS

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

New Zealand, New Zealand Herald:  ”Fired For Racism”

He just applied for a job at Republican National headquarters.

UK,Independent:  ”Right Man, Wrong Event”

Sorry Barack, the NRA convention if not for you.

Russia, Moscow Times:  ”Director Loses Driver License”

I guess he just can’t direct a film which comes out right.

USA, aol:  ”A Fairy Tale”

I just don’t believe Congress passed a bill that would lower unemployment.

Sweden, Local:  ”Abused Ghosts”

They do have a right to haunt houses!

Norway, Norway Post:  ”Reject Honey Bees”

Not a very sweet story.

China, China Post:  ”China Joins Race For Mars”

Gee, an entire planet to destroy climate!

Ineptness Of Barack Obama

Perhaps, I was spoiled by being  born when Franklin Roosevelt was president. He was opposed by 75% of newspapers and magazines but was able to get his message to the American people. He held weekly news conferences which meant at least one day of the week, he dominated the news. He was  blunt, he took on the wealthy class and did not pull punches. He presented his ideas clearly in terms that anyone could understand. Alas, Barack Obama from day one of his administration has hidden himself from the media, he rarely explained any of his programs and event today most Americans do NOT have any understanding of the Affordable Care Act. Heck, the president did not even send a pamphlet to every American which clearly and concisely explained the law.

Now, we have the ongoing saga of distortion and lies about the Benghazi attack. Obama should have appointed a bipartisan committee to investigate the incident. He should have made clear to all members of the Cabinet that no use of government agencies would be tolerated to further political attacks. Obama is a bungler.

Trials And Tribulations Of Athletes And Seniors

It is difficult these days picking up a  newspaper without encountering a sorrowful story of some athlete who is  being oppressed. Victor Cruz of the New York Giants has been offered a contract which would pay him $8 million of year for several years but he believes himself to be subject to the tyranny of management. Those who own the Giants are making gobs of money, they do not need assistance  from me or anyone else. We inhabit a society of men who believe in the God of entitlement, they are entitled to make money. The same attitude predominates  on Wall Street. They believe themselves entitled to untold millions. Just check the Constitution, that amendment follows the Second.

It is rather ironic that Republicans rant and rave about selfish seniors who believe themselves entitled to receive $2,000  a month and, in so doing, wreck the American economy. And, to make matters worse, they believe themselves entitled to medical care!

Selfishness is the new American norm.

Chained In Cleveland

The horror story of three young women who were kidnapped by the Castro brothers and  held as slaves demonstrates the need to fire the entire police department of this city. Neighbors repeatedly reported sights of the women naked and on a leash being led around by these sick men. Twice police knocked on the door and left. Other times neighbors waited by the door and no police arrived. There must be an investigation of this incredible lack of attention to the job of  protecting the people of Cleveland. I am left speechless at this incredible story of failure  by the police to do their job.

Fire the police commissioner. Find the names of police who knocked on the door and left, fire them. Or, have the police who failed to do their job spend a day naked on a  leash in a room.

NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

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

NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

I am now at a one coffee cup level for the day.

People baffle me, they behave so human.

The only important judgement is that held by your children on your behavior.

Some nod in agreement with eyes, some with words.

There is a moment in life when we decide our life.

To keep one’s word is important. It tells who you are.

A waitress approaches table slowly with tray. A waiter moves quicker.

All too often a one cell phone lunch by two men.

My only certainty in 2013 is the lack of jobs.

Toe gets the entire body shut down.

A parking lot holding two cars creates questions or wonder.

When sun is out, we walk with greater certitude.

Sounds from my youth are no longer heard.

Life In Republican Land

The Republican Party increasingly reveals evidence that it has lost connection with the world of reality. Congressman Roger blasted officials working for the Transportation Department because they never informed Mr. Rogers of possible problems if  funds for the FAA were  cut. The entire nation knew there would be flight delays but Congressman Roger was  never individually informed about this reality. He is upset.

Congressman Duncan Hunter was holding a hearing to denounce Army plans when Army Secretary John McHugh and General Raymond Odierno became upset because they were not allowed to respond to the congressman’s question. McHugh asked: “May we respond, I think I heard a question? Well, I don’t think I want to respond if the gentleman’s going to leave? Would you please hear a brief response?

Hunter:  ”If you don’t let me say anything we can’t  have a discussion.”

Odierno: “Well, you weren’t gonna let us say anything>”

Hunter: “Well, you’re right, but I have the prerogative when I’m sitting here.”

Odierno:  ”Well, I have a  prerogative too and that’s to answer a question accurately.”

Hunter:  Happy Friday

Such is life in Republican Land.

NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

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

NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

Mystery of Death–is there noise?

A regret of my life is not becoming a bike rider.

Sound of child’s voice conveys life.

To call a female politician today, “beautiful” is an example of denigration. Why?

In a crowd one often hears words but no meaning.

Youth has clarity, age has complexity.

Circling for a parking spot hopefully concludes with, “finally.”

Person on driver car opens the car door before the person in passenger side.

My motto, “get on with life.” Nothing is worth the bother of continuing the argument.

My love of warmth over cold most probably comes from that short stint in Hell.

We live among, not with people.

Sometimes even I become weary of the human condition.

Some look up, some down.

Fear not tomorrow, it WILL come.

The end of a basketball season means the birth of a baseball one.

Music changes along with what we want to hear.

Grandparents always listen to grand kids very attentively

College Frat Boys Of Fun

As a freshman at college many,  many years ago the very thought of joining a fraternity made me sick to the stomach. I observed these young men attempting to display humor when their childishness made me wonder how supposedly intelligent young men could make a stab at being satirical. The University of California at Irvine is blessed with the presence of the Lambda Fraternity whose members work hard to convey the idea of being children of idiocy. Four young men put on black face and pretended to be singers in order to display their contempt for African Americans. The boys were of Asian background so they are familiar with prejudice and being the object of hatred.

They told the world this display of old fashioned bigotry did not have racism intended. Just “all fun and laughter.” Did any of these idiots know that Asians not he west coast were lynched in the good old days of  fun and laughter?How about a lynching party next year-all fun and laughter??