August 26, 2011

"Pauvre B"

At first, I had not even noticed the writing on this contraption, fascinated as I was by its construction and colors. A closer look at the hood revealed references to the actual Belgian government-less situation. I detected Belgian flags, "Pauvre B" ( poor Belgium?) and votez (vote - meaning, no doubt, vote AGAIN).
How long has it been since the Belgians voted? 
Everyone -French and Dutch speakers, Flemings, Brussels folks and Walloons, the German speaking community  - is looking for a sign, if only a tiny bit of sunlight.  
Let's hope that the holidays brought vitamins and wisdom to the politicians who find themselves around the negotiating table again, looking for a way to reach a balanced compromise.
Wishing them well.
Fingers crossed.
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5 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    I hope the voting turns out to be the largest number ever. It might make some people realize they have some power.

    I really think the car will attract a lot of attention.

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  2. Sylvia KAugust 26, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Great car and I too think it will get a lot of attention. Politics everywhere these days seem to be in a mess -- maybe it would help to get rid of the politicians and start over again! Have a great weekend!

    Sylvia

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  3. This is BelgiumAugust 26, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    You know voting in Belgium is compulsory !!! but it did not help us out very much.
    The car actually refers, I believe, to the fact that the elections, held 15-16 months ago, did not lead to any result yet. Hence some think that new elections might be the only way out...

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  4. ElioAugust 28, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    E' l'augurio che faccio sinceramente al tuo paese. Che si ritrovi l'accordo, la pace ed un governo stabile e che non si parli più di secessione. Buona domenica.

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  5. SultanAugust 28, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    Wishing your nation good political Karma.

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