Trump is apparently guilty of high treason. Who believes that Trump had nothing to do with Flynn's talk with the Russian ambassador when removing sanctions was discussed? The flattering statements about Russia are almost certainly related to Trump's probable sexual adventures in Russia as well as the traitorous secret Flynn talks with the Russians. Trump apparently decided on making foreign policy on other factors than the good of the United States but on secret discussions with the Russians. One quid pro quo was Russian support for the Trump election. THIS IS TREASON. IT SHOULD ALL COME OUT IN AN IMPEACHMENT TRIAL. WHAT DID TRUMP KNOW AND WHEN DID HE KNOW IT? THE WORLD KNOWS THAT TRUMP IS A WORLDWIDE DISASTER. OTHER COUNTRIES KNEW BETTER THAN OUR ELECTORATE, ALL THOUGH TRUMP LOST THE POPULAR VOTE BY 3 MILLION. Those who voted for Trump will not, by and large, change their opinions. It is hard to admit that you are wrong. It may be well to consider the popularity of Hitler prior to his murderous adventures.

Random notes on the bastardization of media, Part II

I saw a guy on television last night talking about media and how terrible it is. I wish I had never had any contact with the internet. The invasion of privacy involved is like having a private detective following you wherever you go. Not only that, but to add insult to injury—or injury to insult—facts about you are sold to the highest bidder.

Random Notes on the Bastardization of Media, Part I:

Some people think that media in America is not very good, but that is contradicted by a lead headline I read today on AOL that the word “graduation” was misspelled on a Nevada high school’s diplomas. For more important news, turn to just about any American media purveyor. 'Nuff said!

Sex for Sale

Not the usual meaning! The kind of sex for sale I’m thinking of is the kind that sells newspapers. I’m talking about the continuous stream of exposes about the sexual practices of prominent and not so prominent people. One’s sexual preferences are nobody’s business. It may be that John Edwards was indiscreet at best by falling in love with someone outside of his marriage. It’s likely that a more severe term than indiscreet would be inappropriate. But does this expose really warrant his entire character and career being devastated? Was it necessary to forever and irrecoverably damage Eliot Spitzer’s life because he went to a prostitute, along with a substantial percentage of the male population? Does Anthony Weiner’s indiscretions or even perversions justify ruining his life and the life of his family? He was a fine congressman now lost to us and to himself and to his family forever. The list could go on and on. I don’t think this would be upsetting to Rupert Murdoch; he became a billionaire in part because of his scandal-mongering tabloid papers. Whether the allegations are true or not matters little. This carries over into entertainment as well: Does John Travolta’s sexuality have any effect on his acting ability? If only there was more empathy and less salacious curiosity, we’d be much better for it. In the days of John F. Kennedy, his liaisons were numerous but the press did not pursue them. Had it, we would have lost him more quickly than we did. Newspapers and reporters were a little more decent then. But today we live in a monstrously cruel society…. Shame on you, Mr. Murdoch, and your likes!

Reflect!! Comments please.

At Wall Street Journal, Bill to Ban Lap Dogs Unleashes Lowered Standards

What is this world coming to when the Wall Street Journal runs a featured first page article on animals sitting on laps of drivers?

The WSJ has come a long way—backwards, but not forwards. Well, what can you expect from a Rupert Murdoch newspaper? 

(Source: WSJ.com - “In Rhode Island, Bill to Ban Lap Dogs Unleashes Fight")

Austerity is Counterproductive

On November 16 2011, I blogged that the European attempts to end their recession by austerity measures was just plain counterproductive. Eliminating the jobs of teachers, policemen, firemen, and other government employees was clearly not the way to create jobs. Europe's angry voters are finally realizing that, voting out of power their leaders who have been championing austerity to scant positive result and replacing them with leaders more in line with Keynesian economics which favors spending.

What do you think? Will more spending finally start to get us out of this recession? Or is sticking with austerity the right course? 

New York's Worst Restaurants

There is a competition going on for the unhealthiest places to eat in NYC. The winner will get a ton of butter and 5000 quarts of lard and a medal for causing the most heart attacks in one month.

Let's meet the contestants:

1. Crumbs Bake Shop

Not one low fat or no fat item in the whole store!


2. Any Jewish Deli

Enjoy your pastrami while you may and head for the nearest hospital!


 3. Papaya King

More for hot dogs than Papaya and they have the gall to talk about the health giving properties of Papaya.


4. McDonald's

Leader in pink slime and French Fries. Mr. Mcdonald would roll over in his grave!


5. Any place that serves hot dogs.

 I won't tell you what's in them but it will turn your stomachs and give you a fast coronary!

6. Any French restaurant

Try the pate if you hate geese and want a short life and love to see a poor  animal force fed!

7. All steak houses

Watch the slaughtering of the frightened animals…enjoy your meal!!

Have your own favorite worst restaurant in NYC? Your nominations are welcome!