Posts by John Allen5

Alright Lili, that’s a solid A+ for the online forums ☕
But seriously, can we just call it a win and lock in that perfect grade for this school year? 🤣

Henry Edwards33 said:So you're here too 🙂

Reading through all these posts, everyone seems so incredibly serious. Honestly, it’s kind of refreshing 👋

Are you talking about me? 🤷

Anyway, long weekend is almost here... honestly, what could be better than that? 🙂

Just sitting here sipping my coffee... and man, it is absolutely sweltering out there. 🙂

Jason Jones2 said:I just heard that the company testing those young economists offered them a four-day certification course immediately after the results came out. They promised an international certificate for just $1267, a detail they conveniently left out of their press releases...

Everything you need to know about them is right here👎

They really try to cover everything under the sun... auditing, accounting, marketing, sales... you name it.

Back in the day (if I remember correctly), Cost Accounting used to be an entire semester-long college course. Now, according to these "expert" auditors, you can master "Cost Accounting" in two days flat—for the low, low price of $4,500 plus tax.

I'm sure you'll feel much, much smarter after their course... and significantly poorer. 🙂

Jacob Wood9 said:Her name is... as far as I recall, Vlatka... so I suppose journalists could probably conduct a similar little investigation if they felt inclined.

As for her personally... I don't know her on a first-name basis, but I am aware she worked in international auditing. Apparently, she started her own firm after that, and it seems she’s just looking to share the expertise she's gathered over the years.

Wait, are we talking about this Victoria Nancy? The one supposedly aiding criminals? The one who claims to be more expert than the federal auditors?

http://groups.google.com/group/US-N...6b04bccf76eaa7

Raymond Cruz42 said:http://www.nytimes.com/news/politics/p...1/0437006.html

Look, the article admits the sample size is tiny, but still... it’s like these people live in a total bubble. It’s honestly mind-blowing how someone can grind through sixteen years of American schooling just to end up this clueless 😲

I can't even decide if this person should be fired or just given a massive raise

Maybe they should've just polled for opinions on Elon Musk or Paris Hilton instead? 🤷

Go ahead, type Vlasta Sakar into Google... what comes up? Absolutely nothing.
What is she even known for?

goldenmason172 said:According to research conducted by the International Republican Institute, a staggering 79% of the Cuban people believe their government is utterly incapable of addressing the deep-seated issues facing Cuba today.
The study engaged roughly 600 Cubans using a non-traditional approach, relying on organic conversation rather than rigid, structured questioning. This was essential because most Cubans have learned through bitter experience that providing honest answers during standard surveys is dangerous; they fear the authorities, knowing that those who criticize the regime often end up behind bars. In fact, the participants had no idea their casual conversations were being recorded or used for this specific research. Conducted across 14 of Cuba's 15 provinces, the study highlights a key finding from the International Republican Institute: as soon as someone identifies themselves as a pollster, locals typically shut down or provide dishonest responses to protect themselves.
To put this into perspective, consider how these results compare to the public surveys conducted by the Gallup Poll last year, where the methodology was much more overt and less conversational.
While the International Republican Institute found that 79% of Cubans disagree with the leadership in Cuba, the Gallup Poll reported only 39% expressing disagreement with the authorities. Based on the findings from the International Republican Institute:

1. 41% of the Cuban people feel the situation in Cuba is moving in a bad or very bad direction, whereas only 25% believe things are improving or are in a good state.
2. 77% of Cubans desire a new electoral system.
3. 83% of Cubans believe that transitioning to a market economy would significantly improve their daily lives.

The images from Cuba speak volumes about why the people feel this way.

http://i24.tinypic.com/2zr41gm.jpg

http://i22.tinypic.com/nywjdh.jpg

http://i24.tinypic.com/2afzyvt.jpg

http://i23.tinypic.com/21cvzis.jpg

http://i21.tinypic.com/dbgmlj.jpg

http://i23.tinypic.com/2qwzn1l.jpg

http://i23.tinypic.com/a9s7qp.jpg

http://i24.tinypic.com/2e2p35v.jpg

http://i21.tinypic.com/qsv0r5.jpg

http://i21.tinypic.com/9kaxjr.jpg

http://i22.tinypic.com/2j4d62w.jpg

These figures represent the true sentiment of the Cuban people; anyone who has actually set foot in Cuba understands the sheer misery and poverty present there. An honest, decent person who has been there can only offer such a verdict. If you sit down and talk to ordinary people on the street, in a café, or in their homes—especially the younger generation—they will tell you exactly what this survey reflects.
The only ones who still offer even a modicum of support for Castro are the elderly nearing the end of their lives, though even among them, there are many who curse Castro for what he is doing to their children and grandchildren: stripping them of any chance at a better life. Cuba is a nation of breathtaking beaches and stunning landscapes that possesses every potential to become a paradise on earth if it weren't for this socialistic, communist regime.
Some people in America tend to admire the "free" healthcare system in Cuba, so I am providing these images of that "free" medical system—something I wouldn't wish upon my worst enemy.

http://i21.tinypic.com/1zeypnc.jpg

http://i22.tinypic.com/2zrgtqp.jpg

http://i22.tinypic.com/mlo6d1.jpg

http://i21.tinypic.com/289lwcl.jpg

http://i21.tinypic.com/14sidzd.jpg

http://i24.tinypic.com/ojp20w.jpg

http://i24.tinypic.com/vzg9wy.jpg

http://i24.tinypic.com/28hpwzb.jpg

http://i21.tinypic.com/2h6a9ls.jpg

http://i20.tinypic.com/jkk2dc.jpg

http://i24.tinypic.com/hsq9kx.jpg

[IMAGE DELETED]

Did you take those pictures yourself?