File 032048
Opinion Essay on Polish Political Conspiracy Theories and Comparison to Obama Birthers (File 032048)
An opinion piece discussing conspiracy theories surrounding the 2010 Polish presidential plane crash, drawing parallels to birther conspiracy theories about Barack Obama in the United States.
Summary
The document is an opinion essay criticizing conspiracy theories about the 2010 Polish Air Force Tu-154 crash that killed President Lech Kaczyński. The author argues there is no credible evidence for claims of Russian or Prime Minister involvement and contends that promoting such theories dishonors the victims. The piece draws a comparison to birther conspiracy theories in the U.S. regarding Barack Obama's citizenship, characterizing both as baseless political speculation that hampers national healing.
From:Sent:To:Jeffrey Epstein [jeeyacation@gmail.com]4/12/2014 11:24:06 AMThese conspiracy theories are an aberration and an insult to the memory of the crash victims, including the latePresident himself As a Pole who is at least somewhat aware of the politics and economics of Poland, and ajournalist who follows world politics and news developments daily, I am severely disappointed at the number ofpeople that are flocking to these conspiracy theories, and academics and professionals who propagate such ideasshould themselves feel ashamed.Firstly, there is absolutely no proof that there was any sabotage or subterfuge by either the Russians or thePrime Minister's political allies. Such accusations, then, without presenting any credible evidence, areslanderous.Also, there would be no political or diplomatic capital gained by either of the "accused"... there would be littlefor the Russian government to gain - it would be a huge diplomatic embarrassment for the Russian governmentto be found guilty of essentially assassinating a head of state. Kaczynski was one of the strongest allies of theU.S. among European leaders, and even Russia with its assertive diplomatic policies would not risk a completebreakdown with the U.S. by killing a close ally. International condemnation would also follow, and thePresident - perhaps even the Prime Minister - would have to resign and wave good-bye to any political career inthe foreseeable future. Yes, "even in Russia."Similarly, for the Prime Minister's party, if he were actually complicit in the crash, that would mean he - or hisallies - committed a coup d'etat. Also, there will be early presidential elections in June, which might actually goin favor of the President's party because of a sympathy vote. The "acting" Presidency is in the hands of his partyfor only two months... so, again, the Prime Minister and his allies have nothing to gain and potentiallyeverything to lose in the June vote.Conspiracy-monging cheapens a national tragedyPolitical profit or loss questions aside, however, the conspiracy-monging seems to be taken as a way to discoverwho's responsible for the tragedy and thus somehow bring them justice. However, it is not a healthy way to dealwith the tragedy. It is not conducive to national or personal healing. Furthermore, it disgraces and taints thememory of those who died.It only cheapens the tragedy and, sadly, may foreshadow what's to come in the coming presidential campaign -the tragedy may be used by certain groups or individuals to propagate their own agenda and assume thepresidency.It is not so different than what has been going on in the U.S., with the "birthers" claiming Barack Obama is notlegally the President because he is not actually a citizen, or even natural-born citizen. Not as morbid, of course,but still, in my honest opinion, ridiculous.Baseless, nonsensical conspiracies simply destroys the abiltiy of the nation and people of Poland to move onand honor the memory of those lost, and cheapens the tragedy that has been felt by Poles as far away as ChicagoHOUSE OVERSIGHT 032048as well, and commented on with deep sorrow and respect by U.S. politicians from Mayor Daley to PresidentObama himselfThe information contained in this communication isconfidential, may be attorney-client privileged, mayconstitute inside information, and is intended only forthe use of the addressee. It is the property ofJeffrey EpsteinUnauthorized use, disclosure or copying of thiscommunication or any part thereof is strictly prohibitedand may be unlawful. If you have received thiscommunication in error, please notify us immediately byreturn e-mail or by e-mail to jeevacation@gmail.com, anddestroy this communication and all copies thereof,including all attachments. copyright -all rights reservedHOUSE OVERSIGHT 032049