News / Poland -- Europe's only counterweight to Russia [271]

peterweg " if you believe in an independent Poland you should read "

If you care about a Independent Poland remember who sold out the Polish II republic to Stalin at Yalta, the US and its allies (NATO).

Ultimately it was not US or Nato troops and bombs that freed Poland from 60 years of communist rule it was the People of Poland who stood up against them in the same spirit that those who fought with Józef Piłsudski, to create the second republic .

Do you really want to see US and Nato bombs falling on Polish homes and hospitals , like Syria and Iraq.

As I said without Nato and US troops and missiles on Polish ground there is no threat to Russia, Poland has nothing that Russia wants.

In the case of War Russia can directly fire its missiles straight over the top of Poland into Germany and the rest of Europe.

Nato and the US want to plant their missiles in Poland base not to protect Poland but protect themselves, leaving Poland as sitting duck and a prime target for retaliation from Russia.

I wonder who the next nutcase president of the US will be?, the current choice looks grim, which country will they pick on to invade and bomb next .

UK, Ireland / Why are Poles in the UK complaining of racism when you are racist? [73]

My only comment would be that I would feel safer as a Black man in Poland than a Polish guy in the UK.

News / Poland -- Europe's only counterweight to Russia [271]

"they don't think Poland/Ukraine/Baltic states should exist."

I don't think that is strictly true, they just don't want USA/Nato hostile states on their border, would you want a bunch of pikeys setting up camp across the road from you and $hitting on your doorstep.

News / Poland -- Europe's only counterweight to Russia [271]

Poland should boot Nato and American forces / assets out of the country. Poland has nothing that Russia wants, let America and Nato have their fight with Russia somewhere else, at least we would get to sell some apples again.

The debacle of America getting involved in the Syrian conflict is proof that the US government has no qualms about invading any sovereign state that they are not happy with (If Iraq and Libya was not enough poof), no wonder China and Russia are not too pleased, let them fight their war in the desert and not turn Poland into a scorched wasteland so that the generals can play with their new toys and American politicians can pat themselves on the back for saving the world.

Off-Topic / Anglo-expat ingrate still insulting Poland's head of state [33]

"openly insult the democratically elected President of the Republic of Poland."

I thought this was against the law in Poland, is it still the case, or do the authorities turn a blind eye?

UK, Ireland / Why English do not like Polish? [417]

" Merkel has ruined things for everyone"

Damn right she has, lets start a list

1 Blatantly flouted EU regulation on Immigration (Lisbon treaty)

2 Her policies were a major catalyst for Brexit.

3. Invited racial intolerance murder,rape Terrorism and violence across Europe.

4. Caused the Resurrection of the far right movement in Germany, and given them seats in local government.

I'm surprised she hasn't written a book yet, " Mein disaster" or something or the other, oh maybe that is to come later.

Real Estate / Is our Landlord in Poland trying to scam us? [16]

"kombinować" (to Contrive) is a national pastime in Poland, get someone to do a list (In Polish) of what you think you should pay for any damages, repairs and cleaning, also point out the error about the deposit.

At the end of the day bureaucracy in Poland works both ways and the landlord is unlikely to take the case to court, sadly you may not get a return from the deposit you paid unless you are prepared to take the landlord to court.

30 liters of paint = 360 square meters of painted surface , you must have had a big flat.

Law / Getting Divorced with a Polish National [8]

In which case I would agree with Atch, start proceedings in the UK, It should be straight forward, go to the local Citizens advice bureau they will guide you through the process state "irreconcilable differences" as the cause, that way no one admits blame. Better luck next time.

Law / Getting Divorced with a Polish National [8]

Are there any kids involved?

Life / Immigration Free Poland is Not Being Racist [194]

"" WeakUp Poland " " WeakUp Polish People ""

We will, but only when some other countries also wake up an accepts us as equals and not as slaves to be traded and terrorized and murdered.

Meantime all are Welcome in Poland if those people are prepared to respect our culture, laws and traditions.

Our history is strewn with invasion and oppression, we will remain eternally vigilant.

Work / Graphic designer looking for work in Poland [14]

Not really we don't shoot or tail drag people because they are black, but Poland was a closed nation for so many years and can learn from people of a different culture / race like the the OP.

"but after they met my family and my friends which they show them a great Hospitality and sense of humour i still remember how much they were so happy From this i learnt to don't never Don't Prejudge someone because people can change to the best"

Words from a wise man.

Life / Polish people and racism. [943]

Racist violence against Poles in the UK is gaining momentum no one appears to care.

Student stabbed in neck with smashed bottle 'for speaking Polish' in Telford

independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/student-stabbed-in-neck-with-smashed-bottle-for-speaking-polish-bartosz-milewski-donnington-telford-a7313036.html

Life / Polish people and racism. [943]

" i am 300% Polish. Its all proved in history."

200% more than me that;s cool.

Life / Polish people and racism. [943]

Crow "Considering that question isn`t directed at me, i don`t have comment."

But I do , Just ignore him Brat, you do make a contribution, more so than some of he other idiots on here. as a non pole but a very friendly a close neighbor you have every right to join the debate.

Life / Thinking about moving to Poland in the future... how is life there? [17]

At 15 years old (If you are not a troll) there is much for you to conclude in Canada , Study hard at school , then go to university and get yourself a good degree, then evaluate your next step.

Real Estate / Brit buying Polish land [7]

"ooking to buy land in the village she is from. The aim is to eventually build a house on this at some stage."

In your circumstances I would strongly advise you not to buy land to build on , better to buy a house (Run down if you don't have the budget) with some land then renovate, the risks of land purchase and new build projects for a private individual are too high in my opinion.

Life / Who is poor in Poland? [720]

We have someway to go but onwards and upwards as they say.

Today's government is helping the poor as best it can with the resources to hand.

We certainly do not dump our poor and disenfranchised in favelas to make statistics appear better.

Meanwhile today's news in Poland begs to differ from the doom and gloomers

Minimum wage to increase in Poland (This will be a bit of help on the savings front)
14.09.2016 06:40
The minimum monthly wage in Poland will be increased to PLN 2,000 (around EUR 460, USD 515) under new rules signed into force by Polish Prime Minister Beata Szydło.

Polish employment on the rise (helps the well being of the local population)
13.09.2016 11:58
The rate of employment in Poland grew by 0.4 percent q/q in the second quarter of 2016, ahead of the EU average.

Australians to open another coal mine in Poland? (Proves foreign investors are confident in investing in Poland's vast natural resources)
13.09.2016 10:53
An Australian capital group, Balamara, is in the final stages of drilling for establishing a coking coal mine in southern Poland, the PAP news agency said.

Love / Polish Girl Friend (Im Turkish) [30]

"Yes I am, but my family and I don't care if she is a christian/muslim/jew/hindu"

Sorry I didn't realize you were a Muslim, if non practicing then there may be no problems, but the reality is that there are many of the Muslim faith who have proclaimed Jihad against the non believers, The Poles through the media are very aware of the terrorist acts , murders and punishments currently being dealt out in the name of Islam.

Given the current climate of hatred and murder towards non believers, I would say that the majority of Poles would be very wary of any liaison between a Muslim and non Muslim, Many people including children of mixed marriage are currently being radicalized and used as terrorist weapons.

The sad truth is that given the current hostility of a significant minority of Muslims against those who do not believe , many of us in the west are afraid of any contact as we do not want this war, we wish to live in peace with all faiths and races.

Love / Polish Girl Friend (Im Turkish) [30]

To be honest I have seen Polish / Turkish families in Poland, but mainly in the cities, Wroclaw seem to have many Turkish people living there, here where I live (Rural Village) we have one Turkish family and everyone gets on well especially the kids.

Maybe a mixed couple may get some problems from random lunatic football hooligan types, or there may be Polish families which are not happy having their kids married to an outsider (Very common in Muslim and some Asian cultures).

My grandmother was not happy with me marrying an English girl, she never came to the wedding

Give it a go , If it does not work out you could try UK,Germany or France where mixed race couples are more common.

Love / Polish Girl Friend (Im Turkish) [30]

"she is afraid that people will beat her and her family because she is dating a turkish boy. "

Plenty of Polish girls date turkish boys, some get married and live a happy life in Poland, so no problem.

Life / Polish people and racism. [943]

Another racist attack on Poles in the UK, Looks like the mainstream press are avoiding publication, I wonder why?

Polish man beaten by gang of 30 in Leeds on day PM speaks of hate crime 'regret'

Read more at: yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/polish-man-beaten-by-gang-of-30-in-leeds-on-day-pm-speaks-of-hate-crime-regret-1-8118850

UK, Ireland / Polish man beaten to death in London! [99]

"English aren`t in position to behave as dominant species. They aren`t. They already need services from Slavs."

Crow the English that I have known, having lived in England for over fifty years are very similar to poles / Slavs, they certainly have more in common with us than most other migrants from other nations they have chosen to host, most Brits don't feel superior or dominant these days they realize that empire is long gone and there is much for them to do to find a place in the modern world, but I must admit Brexit came as a bit of a shock to me, I wish them luck for the future, they certainly took care of me and my family our time of exile, for that I will always be grateful, but i won't be returning to Britain any time soon, I don't feel safe there anymore.

UK, Ireland / Polish man beaten to death in London! [99]

"Nothing to do with the brexit, Poles were sometimes attacked long before the brexit."

Yes very true we got a kicking from time to time, I can vouch for that, early 1970's skinheads and all that, as for a brexit effect, well only time will tell, I know from experience the vast majority of the indigenous population of the UK mean poles no harm.

Life / Polish people and racism. [943]

I get your point Chemikiem , but where has this hatred of Poles and this pack animal mentality come from ("up to 20 thugs"), the parents?

Why are these aggressive feral kids allowed to roam shopping centers on mass without any Police intervention.

Life / Polish people and racism. [943]

"Polish people and racism"
Looks like its open season on poles at the moment, the British police have bailed the alleged perpetrators, obviously they don't see this as a serious crime.

I will refrain from speaking Polish on my next visit to Britain.

Pictured: Family man, 40, 'beaten to death by a gang of teens for being POLISH' as police arrest six for the 'hate crime'

dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3764708/Police-arrest-four-15-year-old-boys-hate-crime-killing-gang-beat-Polish-man-40-death.html#ixzz4ItPVqVkH

Love / Dating Polish Women I'm attracted to. Any Advice? [11]

"so she just stopped seeing him"

Bulgaria is a wonderful place for a vacation , very cheap to visit, maybe the Polish girl was on holiday and wanted to have a bit of fun so she hooked up with a Bulgarian guy. I think you need to keep a close eye on your boyfriend he is no good if he cheats on you.

News / Talks on re-polonising Pekao bank under way [58]

" purchased formerly state-owned property at knockdown prices? "

Everyone was doing it at the time, the Polish guy up the hill from me bought a Palace and 1000 hectares of arable and forest land for 70,000 zl

Life / Polish people and racism. [943]

"that what makes us human (Christian, Muslim, or Jew) is most relished:-) A lesson for us all!!"

Yes I would agree, we should remain safe but not turn our backs on those in genuine need no matter their race or creed, Amen

Food / Where to find a good bottle of wine in Poland? [18]

The two best place i have found is Tesco and lidl both have a good selection of cheap and quality wines

Life / Polish people and racism. [943]

Tarique ,

Poles are not racist, but are inherently wary of outsiders for good reason given Poland's history, a good trait to have these days given the level of criminality and terrorism across the rest of Europe.

Poland is an island of peace and tranquility surrounded by hordes of ill doers these days, we are wary of Trojan horses and people who want to force change upon us, the false accusation of racism will not deter us from keeping our people safe.