As I’ve written about before, on the surface of things it seems a little strange that the USL is in such a rush to dominate the levers of power and effect this coup d’etat to steamroller their political opponents. A slower and more nuanced strategy would’ve avoided all of the condemnation (and now direct intervention) from the European Union and would’ve garnered more popular and … Continue reading Why the coup in Romania is happening right now
Yesterday in a COMPLETELY SURPRISE move the CNE (National Ethics Council) ruled that Victor Ponta didn’t plagiarize his 2003 doctoral dissertation. Whew! That was a close one. But I know what you’re thinking. “Sam, I studied for years and years and worked incredibly hard to earn my academic degrees. Why do I need this guide?” Pay attention! One day you or someone you know might … Continue reading How to keep your Doctorate Degree when you’re a lying scumbag Prime Minister in 6 easy steps
Just last week, EU Commission President Barroso summoned Ponta to Brussels. In a rather sad and pathetic development, Ponta was given an explicit list (nicknamed the “11 Commandments”) of exactly what he had to do for Romania to continue being a democracy. Ponta later tried to spin it as only a list of “questions” Barroso had asked him about but Gandul has the original document … Continue reading Ponta Defying Barroso
I’m a rather positive person by choice, not as the result of my charmed and beautiful life. I know a lot of times people think it’s all just one big fun adventure after another being me. Case in point – this weekend I was with some friends in the back room of a bar. As they were about to close for the night, I got … Continue reading It ain’t always how you might think it is
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