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HEADLINES FROM WORLD PRESS

Posted on May 20, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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?

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Freedom Of The Press??

Posted on May 20, 2013 by | Leave a comment

Each day it becomes clear that Barack Obama has never grasped what Americans wanted in a new president in 2008. Many were disgusted by the growing abuse of rights in this nation, many were tired of a government that eroded human rights and operated in secrecy using the ongoing excuse of-national security. During the past five years it is difficult to believe that George Bush and the dynamic duo of Rumsfeld and Cheney are gone from government. The Justice Department seizure of Associated Press phone records is inexcusable and the tired refrain of –national security- just does not work.

Gary Pruitt, head of AP made clear the issues at stake. “We don’t question their right to conduct these sort of investigations. We just think they went out of their way. So sweeping, so secretly, so abusively and harassingly and over-handed that it constitutes, that it is, an unconstitutional act.” Sources are now reluctant to speak with AP reporters because they fear being monitored by the government.

Sorry,Mr. President, the Justice Department is under your control. If they commmitted unconstitutional acts, fire the head of the Justice Department!

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NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

Posted on May 19, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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 wonder how many Americans cooked their breakfast today.

In the end, we all will self check out in supermarkets-and will not get paid for doing it.

I have both fear and inquisitiveness about Death.

Most teen girls walk a  few steps apart from mom.

I recall my first taste of coffee, November, 1951 in a snow covered forest, I figured they would not give me hot chocolate.

Mystery of life is life.

Only exam worth a damn is life experience.

I wonder what would most surprise my mom about modern life.

If only students gazed as intently at books as they do at machines.

Eventually, I will push the cart in supermarket, slowly.

Old saying: “God works in mysterious ways.” Not really. It is humans who do.

Some open passenger door to put in  package, some driver door.

Famous people disappear into oblivion.

Some wear cross to identify religion, sorry, it is what is worn in heart that counts.

Some take bite, then gaze at newspaper, others at a screen.

People wave less these days.

Some stand with hand in pocket, I do not.

The  main terrorists in America are those with guns-native born.

Some walk slowly with a cane, alas, some day I will.

Red headed people convey excitement.

Americans believe they have a constitutional right to kill-but, you do not.

Some use body weight to move a chair, I do not.

To record life is to record death.

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HEADLINES FROM WORLD PRESS

Posted on May 18, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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!

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Rising Sun Declines

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The former Japanese empire ran rampant over Asia bringing war, violence and rape to innocent people. In Europe during World War II the Nazi horror surpassed any prior example of destruction in human history. The people of Germany have acknowledged their guilt in such horror. But, the people of Japan continue insisting there was no rape in Nanking, their soliders did not kill millions of people, they are innocent victims  of American aggresssion. Osaka Mayor Toru Hashimoto informed the world that 200,000 women from Korea and China who were forced into prostitution in order to serve sexual desires of Japanese soldiers was simply a necessary wartime matter. He notes that Japanese soldiers were away from home and needed some sex. Therefore, Asian women peformed a noble service in servicing desires of Japanse soldiers.

The mayor does not believe his comments were incorrect. However, “I admit that my international sensitivity was quite poor.” Perhaps, the government of Japan might check with the German government regarding how a nation that caused death should respond. Step one is educating new generations about their murderous ancestors.

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Shall We Talk?

Posted on May 17, 2013 by | Leave a comment

The pattern is clear, there are hurried attempts to bring together diplomats from Western nations and Iran only to be followed by months of non-contact in which each side charges the other refuses to talk. Sometimes, notes are exchanged, and a few polite inquiries made as to whether you would like to dance with me in the coming weeks. Saeed Jalili, key Iranian atomic negotiator, who is also a candidate to become president of Iran, offered to enage in what is termed, “negotiations” over the issue of atomic development in his nation. “We are ready to continue ourtalks with the six powers whenever they are ready, before or after the presidential election in Iran. Talks will take place soon.”

I do not think the issue any longer is having a talk. I believe the issue is WHAT to discuss. And, will the other side actually listen to what is being discussed??

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HEADLINES FROM WORLD PRESS

Posted on May 15, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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

Turkey, Hurriyet:  ”Female MPs Wear Pants In Parliament”

Next thing you know females can protest being married off without permission.

USA, NY Daily News:  ”Trouble In Paradise”

The Benghazi committee forgot to complain today.

UK, Guardian:  ”Dennis Rodman To North Korea”

He will demonstrate a fast break away from oblivion.

France, Connexion:  ”Something Smells Funny”

Oh, it is just Republicans holding a farting session about Benghazi.

Iran, Tehran Times:  ”Iran Politicians Register To Run For President”

Now, we need  registration to hold an honest election.

Denmark, Copenhagen Post:  ”Government Hangs By Thread”

Cut the damn thread!

USA, aol:  ”Two Popes Meet”

There can not be anything infallible in this session.

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NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

Posted on May 14, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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

NOBODY ASKED ME BUT

Laptops are now  the modern offices.

Children behavior never surprises me, adult does.

Mom gets a napkin for child and two for herself.

We take great pride when child eats her meal.

Mystery of life is when we went from babble to words.

Awkward moment: am I allowed to hug the female?

I never refuse offer of free food-I am Depression born.

Mothers have a natural ability to carry several items.

I most respect those who respect self.

I have made mistakes in life, but never with deliberation.

We can always be better than who we are.

Ultimate mystery is not Death-it is Life.

My only real power in life is deciding how to behave.

My parents taught me to be happy with what I have.

I so wish to see the sun rise in Kiev, where my pop was born.

I possess a Russian soul-passion!

 

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Terrorism Turns Into Terrorism

Posted on May 14, 2013 by | Leave a comment

Many had great hopes with the election of a former professor of constitutional law that days of George Bush and ignoring of human rights would soon end. Alas, that was then,and now is now. The only certainty of the modern armed state is that whoever is in charge, the end result is always entrusting government with power even if it comes at the expense of traditional freedom. The Justice Department admitted that in its quest to uncover the source of a story about a terrorist plot in Yemen, it had obtained two months of phone records by reporters for AP. Naturally, justification is NATIONAL SECURITY. When in doubt just use those two beautiful words and anything can be seized and used.

Actually, the story occured last year about an al-Qaida plot to bomb a plane from Yemen. AP got the story and agreed not to publish it while the operation was under way. Finally, it published on Monday and ignored an Obama request to hold off. This is simply one more example of the Obama adminsitration seeking to outdo the Bush administration in its zeal to protect the American people and their freedom by taking away their freedom.

During the Vietnam war an officer said the village had to be destroyd in order to save it from the Viet Cong.

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Oh Pakistan, OH, OH!

Posted on May 14, 2013 by | Leave a comment

One day the world will gaze in the direction of Pakistan and see a modern nation that is economically booming and people of all faiths live in peace. Heck, one will be able to walk at night with the family and not worry about being kidnapped. But, for the present, Pakistan has a new president. Nawaz Sharif, a devout Muslim just won an election and will replace President Asif Ali Zardari. In a nation convulsed by poverty and an inadequate education system, the first item on his agenda is drones.”Drones indeed our challenging our sovereignty.” Yes,it is a serious issue and it is time for America to cease abusing other nations.

But, the real issues are more complex. Even without drones, there are issues of(a)  ending the ongoing conflict with India in order to use money for economic development and education.(b) It is time to create a modern society. (c) It is time to negotiate a peace with the Taliban.

Do the above and the issue of drones will disappear.

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