Category Archives: Isn’t That Racist?

Canada’s real terrorism problem

Posted on October 25, 2014 by Sabina Becker

This mosque in Cold Lake, Alberta, was spray-painted by xenophobic vandals. The town is home to an airbase from which CF-18 jet fighters recently departed en route to the war zone of Iraq. The people of Cold Lake have since … Continue reading →

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Compare and Contrast: The Bundy Ranch vs. Ferguson, Missouri

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Sabina Becker

Obviously, the answer depends on whether you are protesting for racism or against it.

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Multiple choice quiz time!

Posted on August 19, 2014 by Sabina Becker

1. Please study this photo of a non-routine traffic stop: The above man will survive this encounter because: a) he’s white b) the pigs are black c) the pigs are actual pigs, not cops. And calling cops “pigs” is an … Continue reading →

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The “most moral army in world” shits all over Gaza. Literally.

Posted on August 8, 2014 by Sabina Becker

Israeli troops may have (momentarily) withdrawn from the Gaza Strip, but they haven’t really left it. Traces of them still cling to everything they’ve occupied, and not in a good way: When Ahmed Owedat returned to his home 18 days … Continue reading →

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No, of COURSE misogyny is not a problem anymore. Silly ladies!

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Sabina Becker

Awwww. Isn’t that a cute widdle hammy-wamster? It sure is. A pity that what it stands for isn’t nearly so adorable. Yes, folks, I’m talking about misogyny today. The M-word. The one that half the population fears, and the other … Continue reading →

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“The Price of the World Cup” — dead children?

Posted on June 16, 2014 by Sabina Becker

A Danish journalist has uncovered some shocking allegations about how the Brazilian cities where the World Cup matches are currently underway have chosen to “clean” their streets of homeless people, especially street kids. It forms part of an overall critical … Continue reading →

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Something to brighten this rainy night

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Sabina Becker

Sorry I’m not posting any scintillating translations right now; I’m kind of tired and under the weather. Please enjoy this video of a half-dozen Klukers getting run out of town on a rail, with my compliments: I especially like the … Continue reading →

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Music for a Sunday: One for Rubin “Hurricane” Carter

Posted on April 20, 2014 by Sabina Becker

Rubin “Hurricane” Carter, boxer and champion of the wrongfully convicted, died today at age 76. I can’t think of a better way to say goodbye and thanks to him than this.

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Marco Rubio’s dunderheaded lies

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Sabina Becker

This photo of three Bolivarian National Guard soldiers was actually taken by AFP photographer Juan Barreto on November 19 of last year, while they were on duty guarding Miraflores Palace from the roof. This is a perfectly normal part of … Continue reading →

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The ironies of the Venezuelan opposition, part 43

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Sabina Becker

‘Evening, folks, and welcome to another installment of VenOpIronía. Tonight, we puncture a few myths that the oppos have been trying very hard to sell the world. First up, the idea that these demonstrations are popular, and that it’s humble … Continue reading →

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