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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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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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Tragedy Of Syria Gets Worse

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

We are approaching the end of a year of conflict in Syria during which time its President Bashar al-Assad has conducted a war of violence against his own people. Today things became worse than ever. In the city of Homs, government mortar batteries open fire on the town and an estimated 200 people are dead and hundreds others wounded. Initial reports suggest the artillery assault may have arisen over the presence of Army defectors who were setting up check points. Regardless, it was innocent civilians who were murdered by their own president.

As the Syrian government slaughtered its people, Russia fought a battle to halt passage of any form of tough resolution by the UN Security Council. Prime Minister Vladimir Putin prefers allowing tyrants to remain in office and fears once the UN gets involved in ending such dictatorial governments, they might glance in his direction.

By the way, where are imam led demonstrations against the murder of fellow Muslims? Perhaps, if Syrian rebels waved cartoons they might receive support from their fellow Muslims.

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HEADLINES FROM WORLD PRESS

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

Each day we offer samples of headlines that appeared in the World Press along with our comments.

South Africa, Argus: ”Don’t Feed Baboons”

That means stay out of Congress.

Australia, Sydney Morning Herald: ”Lost And Found-$180 million”

That is what happens on Wall Street when they check petty cash draw.

France, Connexion: ”Fight Over Fireman’s Beard”

This is one hot topic to discuss.

Saudi Arabia, Saudi Gazette: ” Nuclear Deal”

BOOM

USA, New York Post: ”Pakistan Prime Minister To Dubai

At least that gets him out of trouble with military.

Netherlands, Dutch News: ”Divorce Rate Peaks In January”

I guess cold nights do not translate into hot bodies.

Czech Republic, Prague Post: ”Expectant Mom Sues Government”

She thought it was a law that men had to impregnate wives.

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Romney Predicts Obama Will Become Romney

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

Mitt Romney won the Florida primary by spending five times the amount of money that his competitors were able to scrap together. His ads portrayed Newt Gingrich as a man lacking moral standards, a man who was condemned by the House of Representatives and hammered away at Newt’s financial connections. In a recent interview Mitt emphasized that if you think he conducts a dirty campaign, just wait until Barack Obama gets going.

“No question that Barack Obama billion dollar machine will organize the most vitriolic, spiteful campaign in American history.” An aide added, “they are going to spend and smear their way to the White House.”

I guess Barack Obama has a great teacher named Mitt Romney when it comes to conducting campaigns filled with a vitriolic and spiteful tone. Just ask Newt Gingrich if you disagree with the previous sentence.

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Unemployment Rate Drops

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

The Republican party has a nightmare– unemployment rates have continued to fall under the presidency of Barack Obama. Latest figures indicate it dropped from 8.5% to 8.2%. Naturally, Republicans who have been denouncing economic policies of the president attributed the lower rate as due to what Congressman Eric Cantor described as “finally” having Democrats follow Republican policies.

Congressman John Boehner made clear “we must do better,” and Mitt Romney emphasized the “president’s policies have prevented a full recovery. I am certain if the rate drops to five percent, Mitt and Newt and John and Eric will argue that credit belongs to Republicans who claim anything and everything Barack does is wrong.

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