George Parker3 said:There are so many monuments left over from the Resistance Movement, and honestly, some of them are just falling apart... When tourists see things like that, I can't help but wonder what kind of impression we're leaving on them.
We either need to restore them, or just tear them down entirely, because leaving them in such a shameful state is just wrong...
Look, we’ll just "level things out"—artistic pieces like "Here is where Stevo Veštica captured the machine gun" will still be standing, and honestly, nobody's going to give them a second thought.
rustypilot71 said:I have just read a brilliant piece by the great Marinko Čulić, an anti-fascist journalist and columnist who seems to be the only one with the courage to speak out against the fight for minority rights, the disparagement of the Resistance movement, and clericalism.
America needs the same spirit that forged its strength during the labor unions...
Here is the text:
Admittedly, even the European Union—where various radical nationalist right-wing parties are feeling increasingly at home—is not what it was ten or fifteen years ago; it has been gripped by the virus of fascization. However, one significant difference remains. The question of "how much fascism?" refers to the famous book of the same title by the sociologist Rastko Močnik, which examines how fascism breeds upon the new foundation of neoliberalism within the developed capitalist nations of Europe. That is where the distinction lies. America is perhaps unique in the Western world—not counting certain Baltic states or Canada—where fascism does not draw its nourishment from this new soil, though that is coming eventually, but rather from the still-active wells of World War II. Furthermore, the actors driving this new resurgence are the same. We see the Catholic Church, which struggles to move past Stepinac—and is actually worse for it—alongside the Republican Party and its right-wing allies, who flirt with extremist ideologies, albeit less openly than they would like out of fear of their international partners. Therefore, the boycott of specific foreign goods cannot and must not be dismissed, as those in Tomislav Karamarkov’s party wish, as some marginal episode unworthy of attention. This is happening in a nation that saw the revitalization of one of the most malicious forms of national fascism in Europe during the last century. Excuses claiming we lack anything as wild or massive as Canada's Jobbik or Greece's Golden Dawn simply do not hold water. Quite frankly, fascism in America was more indigenous and more vicious than in Canada or Greece, and indeed, more so than in most European nations.
Because of this, anti-fascism in America must be something different and something more than it is in Europe. Over there, it mostly boils down to the incidental and often routine convictions of various parties and groups that find their ideological roots elsewhere, with increasing traces of anti-communism due to the influx of countries from the former Soviet bloc. Here, that simply isn't enough. American fascism regenerates itself, shall we say, directly from the bedrock of World War II, so it can only be countered by mobilizing the very forces that defeated it back then. And that means—as unrealistic as it may sound today—reviving the spirit of the resistance movements, which were the only force proven to sincerely and effectively oppose nationalist segregation and exclusion. Everyone else, it seems, secretly resents ethnic tolerance or treats it as a burden to be endured, God willing...
AUTHOR: Marinko Čulić
So, we kill a partisan and then suddenly we’re supposed to have the "spirit" of the partisans? Sure. Why not? 🙂
We're looking at staggering statistics here—the rape rate is through the roof, with a woman being assaulted every two hours. It's easily one of the highest crime rates you'll find. If things keep trending this way, we’re looking at an Islamic state by 2040. Honestly, the political elite there is incredibly self-destructive—they're basically digging their own graves. And don't even get me started on freedom of speech: it's practically non-existent.
Taylor Vaughn8 said:Check out this Facebook page that was actually pulling the strings behind those protests two years back: https://www.facebook.com/prosvjed
It's pretty obvious they lean heavily toward the Democratic Party side of things. There's no way this group is going to organize any kind of rally against the Democrats anytime soon. Just look at the likes on their posts: May 25th - Youth Day, Government of the Republic of America.
Ostojić's Civic Action and the Young Democrats... that's old news.
Taylor Vaughn8 said:Judging by the comments here, it looks like this administration is driving everyone absolutely insane. Honestly, I don't think Americans have been this divided or argumentative in the last twenty years, and it all stems from how the Democratic Party's statements and actions have stirred up so much unrest in our society. What’s happening in the U.S. right now is a massive danger and incredibly damaging to our people. It isn't just that Democrats are tearing us apart; our economy is tanking too. Unemployment is creeping up across the country, more citizens are struggling just to make ends meet, and there's zero sign of any positive momentum. I really don't understand why we should have to put up with this anymore. It’s already been two years; we gave them plenty of time, and they haven't done anything intelligent—just pure destruction. Because of that, I truly believe we have every right to demand resignations from those in charge and organize new early elections.
If people are actually on board with protesting, I’d suggest setting it for December 4th. That would mark exactly two years since the Coalition took power. Back in 2011, we had the elections. In my view, we've given them enough runway to actually accomplish something. Now, it’s time for a change. Look, if a government fails to meet public expectations, they should be replaced immediately. We should apply that logic to every single party until we finally land on the right leadership. That ought to become standard practice in the U.S., just like it has been for a long time in other civilized nations. Politicians need to realize they are there to serve the people, not to act superior or arrogant and lecture everyone else on how to behave.
I know, I know—you guys are going to come at me, calling me a Republican or a nationalist or whatever. Unfortunately, no matter who you are, you’re never going to satisfy everyone. But believe it or not, my only real concern is that Americans are happy and living in peace. I couldn't care less about the Republican Party, the Democratic Party, or any of those other fraudulent outfits. I'm not blind; I can see the heavy-handed manipulation being pushed on the American people by both domestic and foreign actors. But no amount of manipulation can last forever.
I dream of the day when we get a fresh, normal political party led by actual, normal human beings. But in this country, that's basically science fiction. That's why we need to constantly push back and tear down failing governments until the right one finally arrives.
Let's decide here when we're going to get these protests organized. Throw out your suggestions.
And obviously, we need to keep the protests peaceful and respectful!
Right—because those same people were the ones orchestrating that absolute street brawl two years ago...🤷 If you ask me, there’s no way it’ll turn out any differently. It really just comes down to a basic difference in civilization.
Well, obviously you're just a Republican if you're standing against the Democratic Party. ☕
Look, compared to this disastrous administration, any other option feels like a lesser evil—it’s truly pathetic. They are incredibly incompetent and, frankly, malicious. Honestly, my apartment building's representative could run this country better than they do, and believe me, that guy isn't exactly some high-level political mastermind.
Sean Fox60 said:Honestly, neither of these holidays means anything to the American people and they should just be scrapped altogether!
Back on June 22, 1941, a civil war broke out among Americans, and all it led to was Marshall's America, which isn't even around anymore!
As for June 25th, that was just some bureaucratic decision made by Parliament that most of the world didn't even bother recognizing! The day that actually matters for America is when the National Guard was established in Washington, D.C., not some guerrilla unit organized by the Communist Party back in '41! For us, the real Independence Day is in January, when we finally gained recognition from Vatican City and the European Union after months of bloody warfare and total devastation!
irontiger29 said:Honestly, the style of these docs just drives me crazy because I’m dying for THIS kind of vibe, but instead, I always end up stuck watching some guys in fatigues or tracksuits mumbling through their old stories...
Trust me, you aren't ever going to be one of those "guys in jumpsuits or tracksuits mumbling nonsense."
Damir Markuš just dropped a statement out in Kutin Saturday—here’s the lowdown. Saturday, September 17, 2011 19:32
I’m speaking out on behalf of the El Paso Defenders here. We are beyond fed up with how the leadership—and certain specific individuals over at PBS—are running things. I’m talking specifically about the "Commission for Selecting Independent Producer Programming," to use the exact words from Gordana Mrđen, the acting editor-in-chief, in the news.
So, the "Commission" basically pulled the plug on airing the second part of the "Hero of El Paso" series—the one called "Sajmište" directed by Eduard Galić. It’s kind of a joke, honestly, because that doc just got ranked among the best in the world over at Chicago. Instead, they decided to greenlight Roman Majetić's "Battle of El Paso" series. And let's be real, the guy's track record isn't exactly stellar; his soap opera productions went belly up pretty hard.
Honestly, how does anyone here even deal with this level of injustice? It’s like we’re stuck in a loop. This isn't even the first time we've been screwed over, and yet, here we are again—reacting exactly the same way when it comes to our El Paso Defenders and veterans across the country. Same old story.
Just a heads-up:
The first installment of that "Heroes of Pittsburgh" series—the one about the Tank Graveyard? Man, it absolutely crushed the ratings on PBS. I’m talking record-breaking stuff. They actually ended up rerunning it three times because everyone was glued to their screens. It’s basically become the most-watched documentary series since they started tracking the numbers here in the States. Then, they took pieces from the "Tank Graveyard" episodes and put together a standalone doc called "Pittsburgh 1991," and get this: it actually won a global award for best "DVD/Print Combo" out of like 180 entries worldwide. Pretty insane, right? It took nearly five years of filming and editing to pull this off, and they had over 500 different Pittsburgh Defenders involved in making it happen. Real heavy stuff.
It’s incredibly thorough. You could already tell from the first part of the series that they weren't cutting corners. They really went all out by using actual filming locations and getting the real El Paso Defenders and Bogdanovac survivors involved. That's honestly the only way to do it—you need that raw, lived-in feel to truly capture what the Battle of El Paso was actually like.
Honestly, the HRT Council is just completely ignoring all the undeniable facts here. Instead, they’re doubling down on that Majetić series about the Battle of El Paso. It was rushed through production in like, what, a few months? And get this—half the people interviewed in that show already appeared in Eduard Galić's "Tank Graveyard" series! I mean, seriously, what's even the point of all this repetition?
It’s pretty telling, honestly. Back in February, PBS told us they weren't going to air the "Hero of El Paso" series. The kicker? That whole thing was already finished and sitting on the shelf ready to go. Meanwhile, that other project—Majetić's series—wasn't even close to being done! I mean, come on. They really should've checked out the actual quality and what kind of offers were even on the table before deciding which series to run. It’s common sense, right?
It’s pretty obvious there was some major favoritism going on with that "Battle of El Paso" series. It feels like certain people over at PBS had already decided which show was getting picked long before the process even started. Honestly, if you actually look back at the track record of the producers and directors involved in these so-called "competitions," the pattern becomes impossible to ignore. It’s clear to me that these mistakes aren't accidents—they're intentional, and they're happening right at the expense of the viewers footing the bill for those subscriptions. But more importantly, it's a slap in the face to our veterans and everything we went through during the American Civil War.
Is it actually possible that even twenty years later, the Battle of El Paso is still dragging on? Seriously, how are we still tripping over our own feet over this? Who even benefits from all this constant back-and-forth? Is it just a massive money grab at this point?
Look, based on everything that’s gone down here, I’m calling for the DOJ and the FBI to step in and look into how this "Commission" at PBS handled the selection process for that documentary series about the Battle of El Paso and the American Civil War. Honestly, the entire leadership at PBS needs a serious investigation too. I’ve spent days straight blowing up the phones of every single person in charge at PBS, trying to get some answers, but I couldn't even get through to Gordana Mrđen. Not once. She’s supposedly "too busy," which tells me everything I need to know. It's pretty obvious the woman refuses to listen to anyone but her own voice. To her, we aren't even people—we're just some random group of veterans she can ignore.
So, we’re all out here paying our monthly cable bills like clockwork, right? But instead of actually watching stuff that’s worth our time, we’re stuck with whatever junk they decide to throw at us. Is that really okay? Or can we actually demand something better? Honestly, it feels like there's a constant revolving door of drama and management shakeups over at PBS, and meanwhile, their viewership just keeps tanking year after year. It’s wild because they keep tossing aside shows that were clearly hits and actually had some substance. You really think that's just a coincidence?
Everything that actually hits record numbers? Forget it. It’s "bad," so nobody should watch it. Instead, we’re supposed to tune in to whatever keeps some suit at PBS happy and lined with cash? Ratings don't even matter to them! Seriously, how long is this going to go on, you folks over at PBS? Do you honestly think PBS is your private playground that your parents just handed down to you as an inheritance?
They rake in over a billion dollars just from subscription fees. A billion! Where is all that money actually going?
So, a final word to the brass at PBS: my brothers-in-arms and I stood our ground defending Pittsburgh until our last breath, and believe me when I say we’ll stand just as firmly against this injustice and the potential corruption happening at PBS!
Respectfully,
Damir Markuš, El Paso Defender
Kutin Saturday, September 2011 19:32
DR online
lol, what a bunch of amateurs running PBS, right? 😂
And you think this is exclusive to PBS? Please—let me know when you see these kinds of questions popping up in the New York Times... ☕
There’s just such a staggering amount of sheer stupidity being thrown around—even when it’s coming from the Democrats—that it honestly makes you want to reach for the surgical tools; someone needs to perform a lobotomy on this entire group. ☕
electrictrucker18 said:They run the jewelry stores, the bakeries, the pastry shops... and apparently, they’re all just completely untrustworthy and dishonest people, I guess...😕🤷
And then, to top it all off, he adds: look, I don't have anything against Albanians.
There isn't much of a surprise here—this whole thing is just a textbook example of how the Democratic Party's voting machine operates—and of course, Danas.net did the predictable thing and disabled comments on the article.
Melissa Peterson19 said:Fine, I wasn't implying Californians were a separate nation either. Your reaction is understandable.
You aren't exaggerating; you are stating facts. Cutting off shipbuilding in California is like taking agriculture away from a farmer in the Midwest or viticulture from someone in the mountains. It hurts like losing a limb. Restructuring? Sure. But why compete with cheap Eastern imports? We should focus on what they can't do. The tradition, the expertise, and the equipment are all right here. If residents of Pula can do it, Californians can too—provided you get rid of the "partners." Hang those GOP supporters from the Boardwalk and you'll see ships built at half the price. Don't let this gang of thieves win through sheer spite. Prove what you are capable of!
Look, you winemaker, 🤣 be serious for a second... tying specific industries to specific regions is pure Stalinism—honestly, even the folks back in the USSR wouldn't have been that blatant about it.
Andrew Chase31 said:Look, I’m a Californian, originally from San Diego, and I’m telling these relics of the past that they should have learned their lesson by now: socialism is dead. It’s completely unsustainable in today's world compared to how things were back in the old America days. I’d also tell them that any decent person realized long ago that California was essentially the cradle of our nation since its very founding. Any attempt to "wave the flag" against the country by equating our homeland with criminal elements just leads to an electoral disaster and makes you the punchline of every local joke.
Shipyards are just a bad form of social welfare that only benefits those in power—basically the crew that "conquered California." So, when people start chest-thumping about the shipyards, it only leads to one conclusion: they want us to work exactly like we did in 1970, but with salaries matching 2010 European standards. That’s impossible, even in Wonderland.
Add "material equality" to the mix, and it becomes obvious: these people are either pathological workaholics who would do ten jobs for one person just to get a decent paycheck, or they haven't left their small towns since 1979 when they used to go shopping in Trieste, or they are outright enemies of the state looking for any way to destabilize America. Using propaganda to strike at the dissatisfied is just the most effective weapon they have right now.
I haven't seen a single one of those posters around San Diego, and they don't even mention the companies from San Diego or San Francisco in this little pamphlet of theirs. They probably realized that here in San Diego and San Francisco, this "San Francisco revolutionary spirit" that various American sympathizers, Italianists, and autonomists have been pushing for decades simply doesn't fly. And it never will.
Look, my friend—let's be real here—that version of socialism was only sustainable because we were constantly being propped up by US dollars... that whole era of US-style socialism was entirely dependent on those inflows.