In a recent conversation in which I pointed out that the war in Ukraine was a contest between the first and second most corrupt governments in Europe, the other participant retorted, “So?”
Poland
From Incompetent to Dishonorable
“Let me be very clear” is the favorite preface to any response from our aged President and hapless Vice President. It triggers you to know that whatever comes next is not true. Let’s call it like it is, and let me be clear, whatever comes next is a lie.
Anti Vaxx-Passport and COVID Policy Protests Continue Around the World — Under-Reported
One of the more under-reported or un-reported news items of the past several weeks is the anti-covid policy and anti-vaccine passport protests. We touched on them here, but you won’t find much in the way of in-depth reporting or even a mention outside social media (where permitted).
Poland Proposes Free Speech Court to Protect Social Media Content from Censorship
Poland has a new law under consideration. It’s simple. If someone publishes something that does not violate Poland’s Laws, Social Media platforms like Facebook and Twitter can’t censor it or deplatform the speaker. If they do and lose, it could cost them up to 2 million dollars.
Links for International News of the Day
We hope the Links for International News of the Day will help you stay abreast of happenings in the broader world that may affect your corner of it. Afghanistan To start Afghan withdrawal, U.S. would pull 5,400 troops in 135 days. New York Times. A blast hit Kabul after the briefing on U.S.-Taliban deal to … Read more
Donald Trump Frees Poland From Russian Energy Influence
The Russians must be stupid. They, at least according to a number of unreliable sources, “helped” Donald Trump win the election. So, what? So, he is damaging their economy. Mr. Trump has opposed Russian interests, none more than energy production. He just robbed them of their Gas contracts in Poland.
What Poland can teach the U.S.
Did you know that Poland is “the only country in the European Union to avoid recession in 2009 and has been the fastest-growing EU economy since”? Wanna know why?