Category Archives: Europe

Send Her To Jail, She Opposes Me!

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

If you happen to visit the Ukraine make certain there is no encounter with President Viktor Yanukovych who apparently does not like anyone to oppose his views on the world. He is upset because previous Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko signed a bill dealing with gas purchases from Russia. Once elected Viktor brought Yulia to court and charged her with crimes of high treason for signing the wrong bill. Ms. Tymosheko currently is in jail for seven years on ground she abused her office by signing the wrong agreement.

There is no doubt her conviction was a fore gone conclusion once Viktor decided to abuse his former rival. Of course, here in America if we jailed those who signed the wrong bills, our jails would be filled with thousands of politicians. We have another system. We vote these people out of office so they can become lobbyists and make certain the next batch of politicians sign the wrong bills.

Viktor, is you sign the “wrong bill” which prison awaits your presence?

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We Are New Jews

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

Language increasingly is used in rather unusual ways in order to justify any slight directed at a group. In America, Newt Gingrich, who so enjoys condemning liberals or illegal immigrants, views himself the object of persecution by multi-millionaire George Romney. Of course, Newt recently receivedabout $10 million from a supporter but how could this persecuted man compete with the $240 million man Romney?

In Austria, Nazi oriented Freedom Party leader, Heinz-Christian Strache, believes attacks upon him have resulted in making pro-Nazi groups rather like other groups subject to persecution. “We are the new Jews” he declared to the people of Austria. At any moment an army of enemy troops will be marching into Austria and rounding up pro-Nazis in order to ship them to death camps. One of his associates claimed that “whoever works for this ball gets a yellow star pinned on him.”

I get confused. I thought people like Strache adored Adolf Hitler who never killed anyone, they just committed mass suicide. Just remember, make a nasty remark to Strache and you will get a Nazi armband wrapped around your arm.

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Indian Government Indian Giver

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

A Danish film crew followed several young Danes who went to India in order to work in the textile industry. They were filmed living in squalid conditions, arguing with employers over wages, and not even having enough food for breakfast. One can only assume the Indian government thought the Danes were there to depict happy textile workers enjoying the good life working making clothes. The Danish state funded corporation which made the film was informed there is no room in the Indian inn.

Danish human rights activists argue India’s action violates freedom of speech and is not in accord with basic rights available to the people of India. India is a democratic society and supposedly has freedom of the press. I guess it has freedom of the press but not for films about textile workers. I wonder why?

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Russia Rushes Planes To Syria

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

The Russian(we really mean to say, “Putin”) government has reportedly signed an agreement with President Bashar al-Assad of Syria to send him36 Yak-130 planes. Last week Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrovc said his nation does not have to explain or excuse why vessels from his country delivered amunition to the repressive regime of Syria. He insisted that Russia respected international law and was not guided by ”unilateral” sanctions imposed by other nations.

The Russian assumption is that Assad will prevail despite killing over 5,000 Syrians. Putin believes dictators will continue in power. Of course, if his assumption proves incorrect, a post Assad government might not forget this action. Then again, in the world of the Middle East, just offer money and you will prevail.

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Chicken Fight With Iran

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

European nations are supporting efforts of the Obama administration to end the sale of oil from Iran unless that country agrees to curtail its atomic weapon development. A spokesperson for the Iranian government responded with threats of violence. “If any disruption happens regarding the sale of Iranian oil, the straits of Hormuz will definitely be closed.” Sounds tough, sounds daring, but does it sound realisitic?

If Iran made an effort to block use of the Hormuz waterway, several responses could occur:

1. US military ships might engage those attempts.

2. There might be bombing of any group involved in ending use of the straits.

3. Iran might make a symbolic effort, be forced to end it and return home claiming victory.

Frankly, we believe number three is the best scenario in terms of reality.

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SAYINGS OF CHAIRMAN RON PAUL

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

We offer to the public a collection of comments by Chairman Ron Paul on life and people.

1. “As far as I know, Adolf Hitler did not kill any Americans before we got into a war with him.”

2. “If you are poor, how about getting a job?”

3. ”I am more than willing to treat at least five sick people each week who lack money to pay for medical expenses. Of course, I expect them to take care of some work around my house.”

4. “Nothing prevents a person in wheel chair from leaning down to pick up papers on the ground.?

5. ”Women raped in Congo? I recommend they make certain those who rape use contraceptives.”

6. ”American businessmen invested over $300,000 to build the transcontinental railroad. The Federal government only invested $200,000,000. Free enterprise at work for America.”

7.” I strongly recommend the best plan to reduce medical costs is for people not to get sick.”

8. “Perhaps government built roads, canals, bridges and ports,but it was American business which used them.”

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Russia Warns World About Syria

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

The Russian government — that means Prime Minister Vladmir Putin — warned European nations and the USA if they continued to support dissident forces in Syria it ran the risk that it might lead to “a very big war that will cause suffering not only to countries in the region but also to states far beyond its boundaries.” Foreign Minister Segei Lavrov, made clear his nation would veto any UN Security proposal to use force in order to end the regime of President Bashar al-Assad.

Lavrov admitted that there have been calls “for sending Arab troops to Syria” which means Russia would be unable “to prevent this.” If Arab nations want to overthrow Assad, the responsibility rests with themselves and Russia will stand apart from doing anything, but it will prevent UN Security Council action.

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Muslim Myths

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

A high percent of Americans believe Muslims from this country have gone to the Middle East or Somalia in order to fight alongside religious fanatics. Every time a story is printed which identifies a Muslim engaged in violence some place in the world, it is certain to result in stories that American Muslims can not be trusted. A recent video from Somalia portrayed Jehad Mostafa, a University of California graduate, working with al-Shabab.

US government figures indicate about 40 American Muslims have gone overseas to fight with terrorist groups. Let’s look at the record

1. A few hundred American Jews went to Israel in 1948 to fight its war for independence, including several officers in the US Army.

2. Dozens of American Irish people have worked with the IRA, a terrorist group.

3. Hundreds of Americans volunteered to fight in the Canadian or British armies during WWII.

4. At least a few thousand Americans of German ancestry went to Nazi Germany and served in its armed forces.

Sos, 40 American Muslims have gone overseas to fight with terrorist groups!

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Obama Angers Republicans On Trade Issues

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

As anyone who follows the career of that arch Socialist, Communist,Barack Obama knows, the man in the White House hates business. The anti-business man outlined a program to assist business in its quest to engage in international trade. A new tax code would provide incentives for companies that bring jobs back home and end breaks for those refusing to return jobs to American shores. In essence, he announced a pro-Republican business plan.

So, what will be the response of Mitt and Newt and Ron and Ron, it is certain they will denounce such efforts as simply another example of Socialism and Communism! Obama wants to merge six trade agencies and eliminate the Department of Commerce. Mitt has made such proposals. However, we expect Mitt to denounce what Mitt wants because Obama wants what Mitt wants and if Obama wants anything, it is, by definition, an example of SOCIALISM!!

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World War II Finally Over!

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Fred Stopsky| Leave a comment

World War II ended in 1945, and America quickly became involved in the Cold War. The Cold War ended in 1991 with the collapse of the Soviet Union. But, for some strange reason, there still remain 40,000 American troops along with their 100,000 dependents guarding the line against–Who or What? Exactly, why does Europe require the presence of these soldiers and their dependents? Who is going to attack Germany or France or Italy? Oh, I forgot, we must be on guard against an assault by forces of the Tooth Fairy.

Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta announced that two brigades would be leaving Europe. Why the heck are any American troops in Europe? Bring them all home, and save some money!

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