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legend   
25 Jul 2011
Food / Is Polish food still more natural than in the West? [142]

Also, I have noticed that Europeans in Canada, do look younger than the average Canadian their age.

Yes. I was born in Europe and now live in Canada.
A lot of people say I am 5 years younger than what I really am.
legend   
25 Jul 2011
Food / Is Polish food still more natural than in the West? [142]

In North America its very bad.

I think its probably something to do with putting too much hormones or artificial hormones.

There is more overweight people and even worst obese people.
There is more and more girls who are 14 looking like 17.
etc.
legend   
22 Jul 2011
Genealogy / Polish nationality? Which of the following (if any) determine being Polish. [231]

Nope, you are Canadian.

A random person on the internet telling me who I am. Funny.
My nationality is Canadian
My ethnicity is Polish

thats all there is to it. I value my ethnicity more than my nationality.

"Hobby which involved learning a European language?" lmao.
I learned Polish in Poland and Canada in school and from family not from hobby.

QEII? She can go die right now I dont care. The same with the whole British monarchy.
Whether she is the 'boss' is debatable.
The majority of Canadians dont care about some rich losers in a foreign land.

nope Candy, he is what he says he is. It's a same with many (not all though) Poles here in the US too.

Ahh. I posted 1 minute too late :|
legend   
21 Jul 2011
Language / Colloquial Polish [8]

I think both versions are acceptable.
legend   
16 Jul 2011
Life / Will Polish people be accepting that im only half polish? [63]

@aaron perhaps true but consider this:

Here in Canada the majority of the things are more expensive than other First World Countries.
I know the Australians have it real bad as well.

Canada is for example an oil rich country...
The US gets gas for a lot cheaper than here.
The gas prices here are ridiculuos. And sadly Canadians keep paying.
The same for internet, electronics and most utilities.

I have seen several people from my quite heavy Polish neighbourhood return to Poland (some came back and some stayed in Poland).
legend   
16 Jul 2011
UK, Ireland / What do you hate about England and English people? [142]

Why I dont like SOME English people.

They support USA, France, and Israel way too fast on foreign affairs.

USA, France, and Britain are the heart of NATO and I dislike NATO for multiple reasons.

They expect people to know English and make fun of foreigners who dont speak it.

English people and westerners tend to look down on Eastern Europeans so I return the favor mostly only when provoked. They complain about Poles invading the country.

I dont like English people who deny that Poles, Czechs, and other countries helped them in BoB.

Remember I said some and the same applies to people from other countries.

Britain/England is still a warmongering nation who loves to prey on the weak.

Ill say it again just insert some into the appropriate sentences.
legend   
15 Jul 2011
News / Military power (Poland #21 in the world) [97]

Speaking of nukes...

I propose the following:
USA and Russia have the most nukes they balance each other out.
Western Europe has nukes in England and France.
Maybe Poland and Ukraine can get some to balance out the East vs West
(Too be honest I dont care just more to discuss about).

Too answer your question:

Poland itself has never possessed nuclear weapons, but as the part of Warsaw Pact was equipped with aircraft (such as MiG-21, Su-7 and Su-22), as well as short range ballistic missiles (such as R-300 Elbrus, 9K52 Luna-M and OTR-21 Tochka) that could be used to deliver Soviet nuclear weapons, which would be provided in time of war.[1] Since the end of the World War II the Soviet Union maintained large amounts of troops on Polish territory, these troops were equipped with nuclear weapons. In 1991 Poland announced they would remove the nuclear capable delivery systems from their weapons inventory. They decided to keep about 40 of the OTR-21 Tochka systems armed with conventional warheads for self defense.[2] These launchers have now been completely retired.-wiki
legend   
15 Jul 2011
News / Multi-culti (in Poland) -- roadmap to disaster? [344]

But this is the whole point. In Canada, we are a cultural mosaic.

I agree. However keep in mind if a mixed black and white person marry and have children.
Their children will be considered different by different people.
Some will say they are minority (which they are and should be), some will say they are part of us, everyone has different views.
legend   
14 Jul 2011
Life / What on earth is the fascination of Indians, Pakistanis and Nepalese with Poland? [112]

Poles are not tolerant to others? We are tolerant but some prefer Poland to have a majority Polish cultural.
Its not a bad thing.
Are you asian? Japan is very homogeneous country and it is doing fine (its basically got the best economy in the world along with Germany). Just because its homogeneous (like Poland) doesnt mean its bad. The people there are very friendly and keep their cultural. Same thing with Taiwan.

Poled contribute them with exports (grains, etc) and money from imports. Poland was in "Communism" for decades and completely flattened after WWII. Little or no other countries had it this bad. It is a valid reason.

Even asians were at the war. Thats not a convenient excuse. If they could do it, why not you?

Here since you seem rather harsh let me respond in a harsh matter.

Germany bombed the **** out of Poland, killed millions and millions of civilians. Destroyed the main cities. Warsaw was flattened. Germany paid Jews reparations. So think of Germany giving Poland money as reparations. Because lets face it lives are priceless and money is money :)

British people have little to whine about. They opened their borders and now you are complaining about Poles there. Blame your government.
legend   
14 Jul 2011
News / Military power (Poland #21 in the world) [97]

I don't know how reliable that data is. For Ukraine they put 1 million active reserve and Poland has 20,000. Either we are crazy or our military reserves are far overblown. Anyhow, I don't know much about military stuff.

Just a few years ago Poland also had a larger army and more reserves. But they decided for the army to be "Professional" and smaller.

Germany was offered nukes in the 1950's, but they declined, AFAIK.

Hmm didnt know that.
legend   
14 Jul 2011
News / Multi-culti (in Poland) -- roadmap to disaster? [344]

What I don't understand is why certain Poles seem to deny it so much - I mean, why? The rest of Europe has admitted it and moved on - heck, even Britain fully admits what Mosley was upto.

Are you refering to Pilsudski being a fascist?

Around that period there were several fascists. I can argue for him being a fascist and not.

You can see him as a nationalist for sure. And that is why Poles like the guy. Fascist.... well thats up to debate I guess.

I read somewhere that his 'regime' was authoritarian Did he suppress the opponents and accusations?
Some say fascists are also racist. Was Mr Pilsudski racist?

Also Poles love him and tend to view themselves more as victims than aggressors. He was part of the reason Poland existed basically. Poles might think of Fascists people like Hitler or Mussolini (who across the world were viewed as more evil).

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More on topic when I think of modern multicultural societies I think of it as a place where whites were the vast majority and over time visible minorities have got larger and larger.

Like over here 50 percent of Toronto is multiculti.

If you are white you are part of the 'majority'. Yellow Asians, Brown Asians, Blacks are seen as visible minority. Its nothing bad just how people 'view' them.
legend   
14 Jul 2011
Life / What on earth is the fascination of Indians, Pakistanis and Nepalese with Poland? [112]

What about Polish racism theory against chinese, japs, indians, and koreans?

Listen dude. I treat everyone equally (except for zionists hehe). Asians are cool in general. They are usually the smartest people in universities and east/south east Asians get high IQs.

They behave very civilized here in Canada. Japan and South Korea are flourishing with their economies, etc.

I dont know what you have against us. East Europe contributed a lot actually but was the center for most conflicts in WWII. Thats part of the reason their gdp is lower than West Europe.
legend   
14 Jul 2011
Language / How do Poles feel about foreigners learning their language? [105]

Basically if you speak Polish you are fine (everyone understands you).
If you speak English you are fine too (lots of Poles know English as it has replaced German and Russian in schools).
When you say something in English and end with a Polish word or two they will be happy that you used the language.
And like someone above said they might want to learn English for you.

Its a win win situation.
legend   
14 Jul 2011
News / Military power (Poland #21 in the world) [97]

Oh dear, looks as though they are ready and willing.

Nice film never seen it before!

I was surprised to see the French outdo the Germans, must be hangover from WWII.

The big statistics that seems to be the deciders is the active military personal, total aircraft, and land based weapons (in each case France has more).

The website does not mention nuclear weapons but I just wanted to point out that Germany and Japan were not allowed to have this after WWII. France has a few hundreds nukes.

Finally Germany has only 1 percent of its gdp going to war things.
There economy is awesome (same with Japan) and if there was a war they would easily be top countries again.
legend   
14 Jul 2011
News / Military power (Poland #21 in the world) [97]

I heard about it too I believe. Russia has been making some tech advancements recently actually.

youtube.com/watch?v=0dWX2demtwY

They have the intelligence and man power. However they dont have as fast growing production like USA also Russias economy while fine has a much smaller budget than the US.

USA for example has plenty of new F22s.

Here is some info:

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fifth_generation_jet_fighter

Im using aircraft as example as they are one of the most important military craft.

Poland has these aircraft:

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polish_Air_Force

We (Poland) have some Soviet/Russian planes, some American planes (not fifth generation though), etc.
legend   
14 Jul 2011
Life / How many Jewish people live in Poland? [145]

Speaking about nationalities and ethnicity whats the best way to find out if you are Polish, German or Jewish?

I found that my family tree is the best way to see but it only goes back 150-180 years.

Are those Haplogroup graphs / tests worth a try?
legend   
14 Jul 2011
Life / Will Polish people be accepting that im only half polish? [63]

I come from one of the most multicultural places in the world and there's less crime than Greater Warsaw or Gorny Slask. It has its good areas and its bad ones but they aren't explicitly deliniated by ethnicity.

May I ask what city this mc place is from? Dont worry I wont knock on your door :)
legend   
14 Jul 2011
News / Military power (Poland #21 in the world) [97]

Globalfirepower.com has somewhat recently updated its information. And judging from the looks of it is much more accurate now (especially with Poland) which btw improved by roughly 15 spots in the rankings.

Obviously USA stands #1.

Russia has replaced China for #2.

Turkey, South Korea, Israel, Brazil, Iran, Poland, Ukraine and Taiwan have improved.
(Especially South Korea and Iran)!!

Germany and North Korea have dropped quite a few spots I was surprised by this actually.

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For those interested discuss :)
legend   
13 Jul 2011
Life / Will Polish people be accepting that im only half polish? [63]

If the cap fits, wear it.

Everyone is racist to an extent.

They just wouldn't like some foreign racist coming back. Sure he might be half Polish, but the guy is obviously semi-literate, can't handle where he lives and people in Poland would be either annoyed or amused that someone who has failed so badly in the land of plenty needs to escape to a place he's never been to and has little connection with except some ancestry.

Nothing here portrays him of being semi-literate. Hes asking questions before he comes to Poland.
People in Poland wouldnt care for the most part. Ive been there many times for many years and they never cared. Keep it to yourself and no one will care.

Johnny come to Finch/Jane in Toronto and youll want to leave in days I guarentee you.
All that happens is shootings daily. Theft. This is what a multicultural place brings. Slums like the area I mentioned. If you wanted to leave I guess your a racist too? Cant handle the society.
legend   
13 Jul 2011
Life / Will Polish people be accepting that im only half polish? [63]

The person in question has never lived in a large multicultural city like Toronto, Chicago or Vancouver so they wouldnt know. Instead they label us with the ad hominem attack: racists.

People like him have been so brainwashed that they think wanting to live in a white society is racist. Even if it is racist it doesnt hurt no one in most cases. Light racism is nothing to worry about imo.

I lived in Toronto and moved to a more white suburban city. Its peaceful and quiet, little to no crime, compared to where I used to live. Ever think of doing that around the Vancouver area?

If you want to go to Poland go ahead though.
legend   
13 Jul 2011
Life / Will Polish people be accepting that im only half polish? [63]

Youll be fine in Poland. In my opinion the vast majority of people there are very nice.

I spelt nothing wrong, but thanks for the advise

Hes just being an ass as usual (im guessing hes talking about your grammar in that previous post).

Dont worry there is no rule to type in perfect english on this forum.
legend   
12 Jul 2011
News / Multi-culti (in Poland) -- roadmap to disaster? [344]

In my opinion, multiculturalism in Europe doesn't fly. In North America it works because everybody has come from somewhere else.

I mostly agree with this.

North America was built by immigrants and because of history I think its appropriate here.
I live in near Toronto and 50 percent of the population was born outside the country and/or is a visible minority (like me).

I lived in a neighborhood that had lots of Poles, Italians, Blacks, etc for almost 20 years. I didnt have problems until more of a certain people started coming from the dangerous areas and I had to move out.

More guns were coming, more crime and it was getting unpleasant (keep in mind in Canada little people have guns compared to the US)

I moved out to the suburbs where my neighbourhood now is mostly white and quiet. I have to say I prefer it this way.

Europe is a white continent and it should stay that way for the most part. The same with Africa, Asia, etc.
legend   
10 Jul 2011
UK, Ireland / Is UK the new cradle of antipolonism? [161]

Those living in Poland these days regard Britain as being one of the better EU members, no doubt helped by the utter lack of any moves to throw them out/punish them/etc. As I'm saying till I'm sick in the face - Britain and Poland have rather good relations these days.

I agree.

We don't have room for racist American scum in this country.

There is racists in every country though right? (not saying its good or bad).

Personally I see racism as having two groups:

1)The kind where someone will say "Go burn in hell you ******* [insertcountryhere].

2)Especially in the US and Canada we hear that "black people like chicken".
It has gone so far that this is now considered racism (I personally think in this case people need to lighten up and not take it as a racist comment).

Anyways thats a slightly different direction of the topic so I will end it here.