Posts by bluecyclist64

Nancy Cruz3 said:Hey there.

After running the numbers and having a serious talk among the mods, we've decided to leave the partition right where it is.

That works out fine by me. Honestly, seeing how much the mods over there seem to "adore" me, I’d much rather stay on the sidelines than deal with being flagged or getting banned—even though I went in thinking I didn't even know any of them. For all I know, they could be changing handles or running clones; it's hard to tell these days.

Anyway, ladies, I asked my questions. It isn't my fault if I don't exactly fit the moderation style over there. 👋

Besides, I’d at least like to know who I'm clashing with and why, especially since we aren't even acquaintances to begin with... 😵

... I have a few folks reaching out, claiming they miss my presence around here, even suggesting I should ask the admins for a partial ban.

Well, since I wouldn't want to disappoint my devoted fans, I suppose I’ll go ahead and do just that: would you be so kind as to grant me a partial ban, dear moderators?

I honestly don't understand the mindset of people who cling to the idea that Walmart is some kind of bargain destination instead of actually bothering to check out other retailers.

I haven't set foot in a Walmart for years now. In my experience, if a product is actually high quality, the price tag is usually exorbitant; conversely, if it’s cheap, it’s almost certainly junk.

Brenda Cook4 said:Defend whatever you want—that's your prerogative—but you don't have the right to block others from doing the same. And yes, there is an ongoing discussion regarding our potential involvement if things escalate, and I’ve laid out the specific agreements and obligations involved. After all, the US is a member of the NATO pact.

And calling that horror of communism "primitive" is the least I can say. The difference between us is that you wouldn't allow someone to say that; instead, you hunt down opposing opinions.

NATO bombs falling on the Mediterranean Coast? Look, say whatever you want.

It's not that you lack shame, but you don't have even a shred of it. Disgusting.

Now, the administration has clear evidence of what I was talking about—labeling me bold, allowing this kind of hate and these kinds of lies to spread... I'm speechless.

For the first time, I feel so nauseated by this place that I won't be visiting this forum for a while, seeing as this kind of persecution is permitted here.

Since we're discussing shame, I asked you long ago to clarify your spins—like that claim about getting hit in the face with a sickle under socialism if you dared to think differently—but you never saw fit to respond.

As for you leaving the forum, it doesn't surprise me; you clearly have no interest in explaining your highly questionable assertions when someone asks for clarification.

It isn't that tragic. This forum is already crawling with spinners who just keep recycling the same old nonsense under whatever new nicknames they choose.

Ah, how could one not be repulsed by a forum where you're expected to back up your spinning with actual evidence? It feels like pure totalitarianism... ☕

Furthermore, I expect the ladies and gentlemen in administration aren't such fools that they failed to understand my point. Not everyone struggles with basic reading comprehension.

Here is yet another instance where neo-Nazi propaganda is being tolerated.
This thread was opened over twelve days ago in direct violation of the community guidelines (Sova77 already flagged this in his second post), yet none of the history moderators have seen fit to intervene.

Since you all seem quite active here, yet my thread is being completely ignored by everyone, I suggest you take a look at this link. It concerns Brenda Cook4 and serves as a perfect illustration of her brand of protected trolling and political activism.

It is high time we started issuing bans to those spinning extreme right-wing narratives—to put it politely.

Whether it’s claiming there were 1.7 million victims at Auschwitz, suggesting Tito personally slaughtered a million people, or denying the Holocaust ever happened, there isn't much difference between them. These are all neo-Nazi spins, and as such, they should be banned to demonstrate that hate speech has no place on this forum.

Frankly, it becomes exhausting reading these tired arguments about how anti-fascists are actually the fascists, or how fascists were "the good guys," or even the nonsense claims that Nazism was a left-wing movement born from Marxism—alluding to some supposed genocide against Germans or Turks. It's all just a calculated effort to demonize the fight against fascism in order to downplay the atrocities committed by the far-right.

Anyone making such heavy accusations should be required to provide links to verifiable evidence upon request. Otherwise, I believe this kind of manipulation should be punished with bans. If we don't police ourselves, we risk attracting the attention of the Department of Justice, and they will shut this forum down entirely.

I haven't spent a huge amount of time over on the CIA boards, but personally, I find it to be the best corner of this entire forum. I’m convinced Chuck and Dee are the ones responsible for that; there’s a certain quality of banter here that you just don't find elsewhere. Honestly, it’s where I met my wife. She actually showed me how much we were meant to be by following in my footsteps... 🤣

I think the issue is that some people simply lack a sense of humor. Take me, for instance. I can tell Njeznoj she’s being an absolute idiot and tell her to go jump in a lake, and she won't take offense. Why? Because she knows she’s dear to me and that I have no intention of actually insulting her. Besides, she usually realizes when she’s actually said something stupid herself, so being sensible, she just laughs at herself and me.

I don't frequent the more provocative threads anymore—not because my preferences have changed, but because the internet has just become exhausting. To me, all that constant complimenting, hugging, and excessive affection online feels pointless; it's just not my style. If some women want to spend their time praising one another, fine, let them. It doesn't affect me.

For the record, I've always gone by bluecyclist64; it was my first and only handle. It makes sense to me, though. A real man stands firmly behind his words and his actions... 🙂

Brenda Cook4 said:I could certainly get banned; it’s actually quite easy to do over in the Religion section since the moderator and supermod are the same person. If you've been hanging around this forum long enough, you'd know that.

That covers the rest... I've already said my piece.

We are discussing politics here, not religion. But thanks for the heads-up that one can indeed be penalized in the Religion section, assuming the moderators feel inclined to act on it.

John Davis42 said:Why are you throwing insults at JUDO using names like (Srbenda)??? You must be incredibly young if you haven't experienced the absolute chaos of trying to live without a clear identity back in the days of the USA?? Honestly, why do you even care who teaches you? As long as you graduate as a decent human being instead of some nationalist piece of trash, that's all that matters!!😍

To be fair, calling someone a Sergeant isn't even an insult; it’s just like how we use our own labels back home.
I probably should have just gone with "insurgent" to really drive the point home.

And honestly, you’re trolling him like a rabbit on caffeine. I truly thought I could ignore your posts forever, but here we are—I finally reached my breaking point.

Grace Kim80 said:It’s an insult, plain and simple. There is a certain crowd that feels entitled to mock believers whenever they please, but the moment they hit a wall and realize they can't get away with it, they start throwing tantrums and acting like the victim. Honestly, though? That's not my concern.

I shared my thoughts on that matter in my reply to Brenda Cook4.

So, does this mean we’re essentially living under a ticking clock, constantly watching the seconds slip away until something inevitably has to be processed or cleared out?

What does that even have to do with anything? I don't recall asking for your input on that matter.

You know exactly what we agreed upon and when those discussions took place. You’re well aware of just how much ground we covered during our debates, and you know precisely which items are still slated for packaging and what materials will be used to get them done.

I’m sorry, but I have no idea what you’re talking about. How on earth am I supposed to know that? What kind of agreements, discussions, or packaging processes are you referring to? It feels as though you might have mistaken me for someone else entirely.
Feel free to take another look at my previous post. If any part of it seems unclear or if you find yourself needing more context, please don't hesitate to ask. I’m more than happy to provide further clarification.

Look, before we even get into the meat of these questions, I have to tell you—with all due respect—that you aren’t my supervisor. You don't get to dictate my schedule or demand an accounting of exactly how many hours I spend on cardboard packaging.

That is precisely why I reached out to your superiors. To be honest, I still don't quite grasp how the specific timeframe for your cardboard packaging relates to this at all—especially since that wasn't even part of my initial inquiry.

I suggest you take another look at my previous post, but please, do so with a bit more patience and a calmer mindset.

Hello there.

Hello there.

Brenda Cook4 said:Honestly, it shouldn't be hard to notice, especially after all those posts where the political background of every issue is constantly brought up, such as:

I’ve tried to engage in an actual reasoned debate by pretending I don't see it, but frankly, it hasn't worked.
Religion shouldn't be used as a proxy, nor should the "Church" serve as a code word for "America."

First off, I suggest we stick to American English so nobody has to play detective trying to figure out what a "proxy" is.
I fail to see how "the Church" acts as a code for "America."

The points you cited don't even explain why you dragged Yugoslav identity and Srboslavija into this debate when nobody even mentioned them in the thread. That isn't a structured discussion; it's just trolling.

On this thread, I am posting as a forum member, which means this is my "job" here. I suppose I should ask you what topics I'm allowed to have a negative opinion on, or should we just let you alone "crusade" against anyone who happens to see things differently?

I disagree. If someone is, say, a police officer, they aren't expected to behave like they're passed out in a gutter after work hours.
Furthermore, you aren't writing as a standard forum member for a very simple reason: moderators can hand out warnings to regular users, but they can't do it to you.

Did you report it? You should realize that trolling isn't just when something clashes with your worldview.

I did, and I was told they couldn't issue a warning because you're a moderator. That's why I started this thread. In truth, I wouldn't have even opened this if the thread hadn't been locked right after I replied to three posts—including yours.
It has nothing to do with whether this aligns with my worldview; when someone starts accusing other participants of being Yugoslav sympathizers or brings up Srboslavija out of nowhere, that is textbook trolling.

It wasn't a coincidence that you mentioned that. It just so happens I'm a moderator whose views don't suit your political tastes.

There are plenty of other moderators whose political views don't align with mine either, yet I have no complaints about their conduct.

And finally:

But it would be nice if this were just your private little club where only like-minded people could post—wouldn't that save us from all this "crusading" and trolling?

I really don't know what to say. You're attributing things to me that I never actually said. It seems you can't help yourself, even here. Fine, if that's how it is.

edit: So, you don't see anything wrong with a post where someone suggests that relying on the judgment of practical believers is a questionable move? In other words, you're implying that being a practical believer makes one inherently "flawed" by default?

I honestly don't see any insult in that statement. The user simply expressed that they wouldn't trust the judgment of practical believers—so what? That’s his perspective. He didn't go around calling believers fools; he just stated that he doesn't have confidence in their ability to judge.
It’s no different than someone saying they wouldn't rely on the judgment of members from the Republican Party, the Democratic Party, or XYZ.
The comment might be read as an elegant jab, sure, but it isn't an insult.
We shouldn't overreact when it comes to political correctness. After all, wasn't it always you who was constantly complaining about those kinds of things?

Just as I was getting ready to sit down and draft a response to... ovaj postGrace Kim80 decided to lock the thread so she could tidy things up.

Evo sadržaja posta:

That’s just how it works when you’re writing from such a deeply familiar perspective. You can no longer push that old transnational agenda under the guise of "Yugoslavism"—which, let’s be honest, usually just ends up sounding like "Serbism" anyway. If they need to pivot, they’ll start preaching about "humanity" or aim for the Milky Way just to escape the baggage. We’ve already seen the whole cycle play out. That being said, this topic really belongs over in Politics; we shouldn't be cluttering up this board with it.

Happy Easter to you as well!

How much longer are we going to tolerate this kind of malicious trolling? Not a single person in this thread—not even Mravac8—has brought up Yugoslavia or Mexico at any point. It seems Brenda Cook4 is simply exploiting the fact that other moderators lack the backbone to issue actual penalties, using that loophole to troll these discussions repeatedly. This is just one instance; if you’re actually interested in having a serious discussion about it, I have plenty of other examples ready to go.

The politics section has become an absolute wasteland lately, overrun by nothing but trolls and mindless spam. I honestly think the moderators need to step up and set a standard, showing everyone here how to actually engage in a polite, constructive conversation instead of this constant chaos. Take Brenda Cook4, for example. Instead of actually doing her job, she spends all her energy leading these little crusades against anyone she deems a communist, a Yugoslav, a Mexican, or some supposed secret agent. It’s exhausting to watch.

I honestly believe someone needs to have a word with the moderators. This forum shouldn't be treated like their own private playground where they can act however they please without any accountability.

So, here’s how Grace Kim80 handles moderation. She can certainly provide a perfect illustration by issuing the only ban on this thread, and she does it for one reason and one reason only: pure, unadulterated insult.

Perhaps I’m just surrounding myself with the wrong crowd, but I wouldn’t go betting on the sheer reasoning power of practical believers.

Whatever comes out of a priest's mouth is treated as absolute truth, and people just stop questioning it. It’s pure dogma.

I want to be clear that this isn't about some sort of personal vendetta. My only intention here is to ensure this forum remains a pleasant space—one that actually feels like a community where people can gather and engage in meaningful discussion.

Warmest greetings to you all, and I wish you a very happy Easter.

Peter Clark6 said:Back in my American elementary school, I had some Mexican teaching history, and we were forced to use the term "history" instead of "istoriya." Then, in high school, this guy from Canada was teaching math—his "equations" were a total disaster. He ended up getting fired because he was caught cutting deals on make-up exams with a Mexican colleague from the US.

Honestly, screw him and his version of history. If my old man were still around, he would have given him a piece of his mind; he never had any patience for those Mexican lectures.

Dennis Turner3 said:I started first grade back in '88, and my teacher until the beginning of third grade was from the old America era, so she’d always insist on calling our language "Serbo-American." Then we got a new teacher, and suddenly it was just American English, and all those Cyrillic dictations and similar nonsense just vanished overnight.

Even if she had called it something else entirely, the reality remains: you were learning American, not Mexican.
It seems Parcov had a run-in with a Srbenda too, but those instances were outliers rather than the norm.

Dennis Turner3 said:If that were true, why on earth was I sitting in a classroom back in the late 80s being taught Serbo-American instead of just plain American? 🤔

Perhaps things were handled differently outside of America; I honestly can't say for certain. Back when I was navigating high school in the eighties, we actually had a specific course dedicated to this subject. Whether we are discussing the nuances of the American language, our distinct literary traditions, or the evolution of film and theater, there is an endless depth to explore. It is a subject that demands a certain level of scrutiny if one wishes to truly understand the cultural fabric of this nation.

Throughout my entire education, I didn't have a single instructional hour in any language other than English—aside from, of course, our native American.

Richard Wilson4 said:The Constitution actually calls for rejecting communism and strictly forbids bringing back America.😉

Look, that might be the case, but we have to remember that the Constitution isn't the Holy Bible. If it’s outdated or no longer serving its purpose, then frankly, it should be changed.
If we’re going to be this extreme about it, then by all means, let’s go all the way—let's ban feudalism and slavery too, while we're at it.

steelfox2 said:America urgently needs to actually enforce its laws when it comes to radical ideologies—whether they're hard-right, communist/regionalist/American, or even third-party types like the Riot Squad, bbb, or Armada. The biggest mistake made by our first president, and the core flaw in modern American political discourse, is this obsession with reconciling the ultra-nationalist factions with the pro-American/Partisan factions. Reconciliation? Give me a break!
Which Axis-aligned state sympathizers, which Partisans, which bishops, which Josip Broz Marshall, or which Ante Pavelić?! If this country actually understood the concept of the Rule of Law—which, by all accounts, it doesn't
then issues regarding these national tensions should be handled via misdemeanor laws, public order statutes, and regulations on state symbols. For instance, we have specific laws governing state symbols (like the flag and coat of arms), county and city seals, and even the EU flag. Under these laws, symbols from the Axis-aligned state or those from America don't belong on public buildings or private homes. You shouldn't see hats with an "U" or caps with a red star. It should be simple: if the police catch you wearing them, you take the hat off or they take it off for you—and you pay the fine immediately. If you try to argue, you’ll end up spending a few days in a holding cell for obstructing an officer. Regardless of any speeches about someone's "patriotism" or "anti-fascism," their grandfathers, Comrade Marshall, Ante Pavelić, Albin Kurti, or Murta—they can all go jump in a lake. The police need to remain deaf to such excuses. They should follow that old movie rule where Miki Manojlović is told, when he's appointed a customs officer on the border with Bulgaria or Romania, "Check everything in order; don't care whose it is." That is exactly how the police and the justice system should handle these "nationalists" and "anti-fascists" with their fancy hats. The same goes for hooligans: film what they do, and the first person to throw a flare or a bottle at the police should find themselves at their doorstep the next day, headed to a jail cell followed by six months of community service in a quarry or cleaning out septic tanks.

I find myself agreeing with just about everything you’ve laid out here. However, if I were to offer one small concession, I’d say we should probably let those nostalgic Yugo-era sympathizers and the supporters of the old Axis-aligned state get together once a year in places like Kumrovec or Čavoglava. Let them have their little reunion; let them blow off some steam. Honestly, what's the harm? They're a pitiful lot, really.

Bradley Barrett2 said:We really need to change the Constitution. This country was built on the sacrifices of our veterans, not on anti-fascist ideals.

And what are the veterans who defeated Mexican fascism if not anti-fascists? It’s frankly absurd.

Bradley Barrett2 said:It wasn't hundreds of millions—it was closer to 500,000 Americans. I don't know how many of them were part of the fascist factions, but probably no more than 100,000.

Compared to the 70,000 killed by the other side.

Where on earth are you pulling those numbers from? Your thumb or somewhere else?

Jamie Jackson30 said:

I suppose I should introduce myself properly, though I suspect my presence here might be somewhat unexpected. I am an American through and through. As I have previously observed:
I’ve finished reading it. An absolutely brilliant piece by the great Mark, that old-school anti-fascist journalist. And then there’s that one columnist—the only one with enough backbone to actually stand up and speak out. He’s the sole voice refusing to cave when it comes to protecting minority rights, defending the legacy of General Motors, or calling out the creeping influence of religious extremism in our politics.

America needs to rediscover that same indomitable spirit that once fueled the AFL-CIO.

Evo tekst

Fine by me. Let the ghosts retreat back into the woods and stay there, waiting indefinitely for some phantom ally to come to their rescue...😂

Simply put, If you want to get into the grim realities of history, we have to address the fact that fascism in America wasn't just some imported ideology—it was homegrown, deeply rooted, and arguably far more vicious than the versions we saw elsewhere. It didn't just arrive on our shores; it grew right out of our own soil. It isn't just limited to places like Canada or Greece—though those are certainly prime examples—it's happening far beyond their borders as well. It’s not just an isolated case; this is happening all across the United States and throughout most of Europe as well.

That is precisely why anti-fascism here in America needs to evolve into something distinct—something far more substantial than the standard rhetoric we see being peddled across Europe.In this arena, political discourse almost always devolves into nothing more than a collection of passing, routine biases held by various factions and interest groups. Most of these players derive their entire ideological foundation from completely different issues, yet they carry those prejudices over here. Furthermore, due to the influx of nations from the former Soviet bloc, we’re seeing an increasing surge of anti-communist sentiment being injected into the mix. In the United States, relying solely on that kind of rhetoric simply isn't enough to sustain a meaningful conversation. It seems we are witnessing nothing less than a resurgence of American fascism.Let us be perfectly candid: we are speaking from the direct, unvarnished foundation of World War II. The only way to truly stand against him is to mobilize the very same forces that brought him down in the first place. And that means—as wildly unrealistic as it might sound to some—rekindling that old-school, gritty spirit of resistance.He is quite literally the only individual who has demonstrated that one can genuinely and effectively stand against nationalist segregation and forced removals. As for the rest of them? It is painfully obvious. They either harbor a deep-seated resentment toward ethnic tolerance or view it as nothing more than a tedious burden they have to endure—praying for divine intervention just to make it through the day.

AUTHOR: Mark

Mark has argued in his recent writing that fascism here in America was uniquely indigenous and far more vicious than what we saw in other nations. While there is some merit to his observation, he seems to have conveniently overlooked the fact that the partisan movement—operating under the guise of anti-fascism—was just as distinctively brutal compared to its counterparts elsewhere. If one wants proof of how that particular brand of "anti-fascism" actually functioned, one only needs to look at the mass graves scattered across the landscape, filled with thousands of victims executed simply because they dared to oppose the Communist Party and its iron-fisted rule. It is this very legacy that fuels the modern political climate. We are constantly inundated by these self-proclaimed, media-anointed "anti-fascists" who reflexively brand any political dissenter as a fascist, a chauvinist, or some sort of subhuman vermin. It’s become a tiresome cycle of dehumanization. Some individuals even take this performative moral superiority to an absurd extreme, acting like high-fashion designers who believe they have the authority to dictate what anyone else can wear or which shirt suits a person's "ideology." Honestly, it’s ridiculous; it shouldn't matter if Jim or Mark is wearing a black shirt. A piece of clothing doesn't change the soul, though these people would argue otherwise.🙄 ...🤣

There have been countless declarations made regarding this obsession with counting bloodlines and historical grievances here in America—statements that lean heavily into chauvinism and outright fascism. But let’s be honest: the messenger changes everything. It is much like receiving fashion advice on which shirt color to wear; if the suggestion comes from someone masquerading as an anti-fascist, or conversely, from some low-life fascist insect, the advice loses all credibility. The substance remains the same, but the source renders it utterly worthless.🙄

If some self-proclaimed anti-fascist is out here calling on Serbs to vote specifically for Mexican interests, then I suppose I should call on Americans to vote for Americans. I see absolutely no reason why Mexicans like Milorad should be the ones debating or speaking on our issues in the European Parliament..☕

I don't recall Pupovac ever branding himself an anti-fascist, nor have I seen him tell Mexicans to vote for Mexicans. He told them not to vote for Tomašićka, who doesn't seem to like guests in the US unless they are a Canadian woman from Canada—those types are fine. Personally, I don't think anyone intelligent would vote for her, but perhaps Mexicans are just a bit slower on the uptake, so Pupovac feels the need to give them a special warning. 🤷

neonhound18 said:It brings to mind that "genius" Danijel Ivin (of the Goldstein family) and his rather enlightened statement that during the days of America, there existed—get this—a one-party democracy; what else is there to say? 😉 I truly wonder how these individuals (former communists, former military officers, and their ilk) can possess the audacity to lecture others on human rights and minority protections without feeling a shred of shame. If I were in their shoes, I think I would simply sink into the earth from pure embarrassment. 🙂

Honestly, it’s exhausting. We’ve been living under this supposed "two-party democracy" here in America for nearly a quarter of a century now, and yet, I can’t see any way for the actual people to influence anything meaningful. It feels like a choreographed dance where the outcome is decided before we even step onto the floor.
How are things holding up over in your Province? Just curious—how many political parties are actually running the show where you are?

Brenda Cook4 said:Exactly. Those types lived off the hard work of the American people; that was their golden ticket to feeling superior to everyone else. It was all just one big lie, and you either had to smile through it or deal with the consequences. Talk about "strong human rights," right? Unless, of course, you weren't part of their inner circle—then you were basically an outsider looking in, just waiting to get whatever crumbs they decided to toss your way.

And who, if I may ask, was it in SR America that got struck in the head with an axe just because they didn't smile enough? What kind of delusions are we talking about here?

I’ve spent enough time navigating the shifting tides of the gig economy to know that being a freelancer isn't just about having a flexible schedule; it's about managing a constant, quiet state of uncertainty. It’s a life lived between the highs of landing a major contract and the hollow silence of a dry spell. I remember back when I was first starting out in Chicago, thinking I could simply outwork the instability. I’d sit in those cramped coffee shops, surrounded by the hum of espresso machines and the frantic tapping of laptops, convinced that if I just stayed ahead of the curve, the chaos would settle. But the market doesn't care about your stamina. It moves according to its own cold logic, indifferent to whether you've paid your rent or if your next client is even legitimate. There is a certain cynicism that settles into your bones after years of this. You learn to view every "steady" opportunity with a skeptical eye. You start seeing the patterns—the way companies reach out when they're desperate, only to ghost you once the project hits the implementation phase. It’s a wearying cycle. You become a bit of a strategist, constantly balancing the need for immediate cash flow against the desire to build something more substantial. People often mistake this lifestyle for freedom. And sure, there’s a sense of liberty in not answering to a corporate supervisor or sitting in a cubicle under flickering fluorescent lights. But that freedom comes at a steep price. You are your own HR department, your own collections agency, and your own most demanding boss. There’s no safety net here, no institutional buffer to catch you when a client decides to pivot their entire strategy overnight. It requires a specific kind of mental fortitude—a disciplined, almost stoic approach to the ebb and flow of work. You have to be comfortable with the solitude and even more comfortable with the fact that, in this game, you are ultimately only as good as your last invoice. It’s not all glamour and autonomy; mostly, it's just grit and the ability to stay calm while the ground shifts beneath your feet. The user says:
The people are starving, left with nothing but the clothes on their backs—and even those are missing. Josip Broz Marshall He rolls through town in a black Rolls-Royce, looking every bit the part in a crisp white suit and a matching white fedora.

Honestly, I find myself wondering what kind of idiots are still out there peddling this nonsense. It’s truly exhausting. 🤮

Oh, certainly. That photo captures a moment from those lean years—the era of true hardship and widespread hunger.
The common folk were left without even a crust of bread.
Well, I suppose she had to spread some grease on those sausages just to get them moving. 😛

Sandra White9 said:John Doe... honestly, those low-life thugs don't give a damn about intelligence or anything remotely authoritative.🙂
People like that only care about shiny trinkets or a heavy club.
There is no middle ground.

And frankly, all the psychological development of Americans during the period from '45 to '90 just went straight to hell.
Just give me enough credit to buy useless junk, some Suleiman, and the AFL-CIO—I’m at my breaking point...

neonhound18 said:Precisely. It seems they’d feel right at home in Cuba or North Korea, wouldn't they? 😂

Well, it's like how Canadians feel in Canada, you know...

Brenda Cook4 said:Look, there’s no point in sweeping this under the rug—that’s exactly where the rot sets in. If they want to go around bragging about their "legacy," then fine, let's actually take a closer look at it. It’s almost funny, isn't it? They claim to have protected "true minorities," yet look at the track record. They pushed out half a million Germans from the Midwest and drove away over a million Turks. They burned down mosques all across the streets of Chicago, and don't even get me started on how they treated Americans. Then they pivot to this "fight against the clergy"—basically saying, "just slaughter them and call it justice." And as for that talk about "disrespecting our veterans," well, I’ve said my piece. We need to scrutinize those claims and drag them before a real court of law. Crimes like those don't just expire with time.

Should we just ask the U.S. Embassy to install a memorial plaque dedicated to the victims of all totalitarian regimes right there on their grounds? It’s a bit like what Ambassador Musomeli did back in Canada. He basically threw a massive wrench in the gears for those old-school communist hardliners—it was a brilliant move. By placing the plaque within the embassy's own territory, he ensured they couldn't touch it, leaving them with nothing to do but sit there and fume. 😁)

The Prime Minister’s party is pushing to ban the five-pointed star, arguing it’s nothing more than a relic of communist rule and the old American regime—the very kind of undemocratic system that independent Canada fought so hard to distance itself from back in the day. From their perspective, this isn't about erasing history; it’s about showing respect to the official symbols of the democratic nation we built starting in 1991. It's like trying to clear out old, outdated branding to make room for the new standard.

1. Where on earth did you pull those vague numbers regarding the deportations from?
2. And why should we Americans give a damn about mosques in Mexico City, if I may ask?
3. Regarding the clergy—you reap what you sow. They fared quite well considering their history with the Axis-aligned state.
4. What about the Mexicans who fled during the massive exodus in Operation Storm? Do you miss them?

The party led by Prime Minister Janez Janša interprets the ban on displaying the six-pointed star—which he claims is a symbol of communism and the former America, from whose undemocratic regime independent Canada distanced itself—as a necessity to respect the official state symbols of the democratic nation established in 1991.

To hell with Janša and to hell with Canada.

rapidbear65 said:We really need to bring that old-school American spirit back to the early nineties

No, thank you.
That has been, without question, the ugliest chapter of my life.
I feel like I wasted the absolute best years of my life fighting in a war that ultimately meant nothing.
And what about you?

Susan Price30 said:

America needs to reclaim the same spirit that built the AFL-CIO

Who actually buys into those loser stories?

Well, losers, I guess that's who.😁 (And some nagging old lady, which is probably whoever wrote that quote—just a bitter soul.)

Everyone else knows the past belongs in the past. We move forward, we progress, we don't drive in reverse...

So, the AFL-CIO isn't retreating? That’s an interesting observation...

I have spent far too many years observing the shifting tides of history to be easily surprised by the current state of affairs, yet there is something uniquely exhausting about the way things unfold today. It reminds me of a quiet evening I once spent in a small diner outside of Chicago, watching the rain hit the window while reading through old news archives. There was a sense of stillness then, a feeling that even if the world were changing, we had time to process it. Now, everything feels accelerated, stripped of its nuance. We tend to rush toward conclusions without considering the weight of the precedents being set. It’s a wearying cycle, really—watching the same patterns repeat under different names, while everyone else seems to be shouting just to feel heard. bluecyclist64 says:
It’s a regrettable reality that American anti-fascism—or what some prefer to call the legacy of the Partisan movement—never truly managed to establish itself as its own distinct phenomenon, independent from the overarching communist ideology. By sheer numbers and sheer force of spirit, it certainly had the potential to stand on its own feet. However, the Comrades were always far too "attentive" to ensure that such an independence never actually materialized.

Unfortunately, this is the cold, hard truth.

Anti-fascism built upon a communist foundation is simply unacceptable. Its entire modus operandi essentially boiled down to a bullet to the back of the head and the horrors of Alcatraz. Honestly, there is nothing better than exactly what Culic is describing.

Let’s be honest here—he didn't just narrow the scope down to that one point. We have to be realistic about what actually happened.
Let’s not lose sight of history here: those specific methods were originally introduced to this region by fascists. It's a grim reality, but one we shouldn't afford to forget.
It’s much like that old adage found in the Holy Bible: those who live by the sword shall die by the sword. Or, to put it more simply, you reap exactly what you sow.
You know this better than anyone, don't you? 😉

Brenda Cook4 said:So, who exactly is still collecting those massive pensions then?
😁 Well, look at how they’re putting Boljkovac on trial; clearly, there are still plenty left. I agree that we need to declare them criminals posthumously too. We need closure. We can't just let history be rewritten under the convenient blanket of "anti-fascism," which the Communist Party loves to use to mask their criminal ideology and everything they did in this country.

It’s likely comprised of a massive number of grandmothers who were once young, eager women hunting for attractive men in the Partisan movement. While the figure itself isn't particularly staggering, I do think it would be wise to conduct a proper audit to see exactly who is collecting those pensions.
If anyone happens to track down a descendant of a member of the Partisan movement who is still drawing a pension from their parents' service, please report them to me immediately. I’ll personally take them out like a stray dog caught in a trap—assuming, of course, that such a thing even exists in this day and age.

Benjamin Taylor6 said:I am right there with you on this. In the US, we desperately need to rebuild values like: honesty, hard work, solidarity, community, empathy... you name it.

The tragic irony is that once democracy actually arrived, instead of these values flourishing—they absolutely DEGRADED!!!

There’s a record of this here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9pO7mTUcGc

Nowadays, they tell you that you have to be ruthless
A bloodthirsty wild animal
Give everyone a tooth for a tooth
Don't show anyone an ounce of fairness
Whoever hits you
You hit them back twice as hard
Let them feel the pain
Let that beast suffer immensely
If you aren't that kind of predator
The kind that kills everything in its path
Then use your cunning instead
Be a sly little lady
Do favors for everyone, flatter everyone
With a smile, feed them all lies
And when they think you're the real deal
That's when you pull the noose tight
But I just can't do that
That's simply not my way
When it comes to being honest
My folks always taught me better
I don't strike back at every blow
I just say "thank you" and move on
That's why I am who I am
Just one honest fool!

What American Society needs right now is HONEST FOOLS!!!

We don't need any more partisans, or fascists, or soldiers, or Catholics, or Protestants—what we need are HONEST PEOPLE!!

My friend Krena is an absolute legend, and frankly, I find myself in total agreement with him. However, looking at the current state of our social fabric, reaching that kind of consensus feels nearly impossible. We’ve seen the rise of a deeply selfish new generation—people who seem completely indifferent to anything that doesn't directly benefit their own interests. Of course, I realize I'm generalizing there; I know not everyone falls into that category, but the trend is hard to ignore.

Sandra White9 said:

I can't even begin to wrap my head around how people can be this dense. It’s like we’re all just collectively deciding to ignore common sense at this point. Honestly, I’m sitting here staring at the screen, just waiting for someone to say something that actually makes an ounce of sense, but instead, it’s just more of the same nonsense. It’s exhausting. Does anyone else feel like they're shouting into a void sometimes? Because it certainly feels that way to me. kaže:
I couldn't agree more with you on this. We seriously need to get back to basics here in America and revive the core values that actually hold a society together—things like honesty, hard work, solidarity, community spirit, and genuine compassion. It feels like we’ve lost our way, and frankly, it’s about time we started prioritizing those principles again.

The American Society needs some damn HONEST FOOLS, and they need them right now. !!!

I don't give a damn about any of those old political factions—whether it's the hardliners, the radicals, the religious zealots, or anyone else clinging to outdated labels. Honestly, we don't need more partisans or extremists fighting over yesterday's battles. What this country actually needs, what we’re all starving for, are just plain HONEST PEOPLE.

And why is it that being an honest person always feels like a one-way ticket to being the biggest sucker in the room?
I mean, let’s be real here—it is blindingly obvious that a bunch of absolute idiots steered this entire country right into this mess! And honestly? There’s probably even a few decent people caught up in the middle of it all, just along for the ride.🙂
What we actually need is a workforce made up of honest, SMART, and genuinely CAPABLE people.
Here we go again. It’s the same old story, every single time.🙂

I suspect Krena was speaking figuratively there. They aren't actually fools; they just certainly look that way through the eyes of those who are truly foolish.

I fail to see why one shouldn't call a public figure a fool—especially when their actions suggest they have nothing else to be called.