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Are voters still picking leader of free world?
There was a time, not very long ago, when it seemed as if each of the world's major problems and every potential solution pivoted around the United States. The president of the United States was referred to as the leader of the free world, and the term was not used with irony or mockery.
No one today would, or should, use that musty old expression, which dates back to the Cold War. For one thing, it's not even clear precisely what the free world is. Still, it's worth pondering whether if in the next election, American voters will crown the most powerful man in the world, the man who will lead the world's democracies and inspire those who aspire to freedom. In short:
Does America, and the American president, still matter that much to the rest of the planet?
The world watches America's top politicians. It gets to know them, and everyone has an opinion.....
Early this year, the international consensus was against Obama. Just 46% wanted him re-elected, according to Gallup's March poll. His approval rating collapsed, particularly in Arab countries, scraping the bottom in Egypt at just 19%.
As the alternative emerged, views changed. Now that they see it's Obama or Romney, the world says give us Obama. I'll leave the explanation of that reaction for another day.
The United States has undoubtedly lost a great deal of the influence it once had.
It doesn't always have the ability or the inclination to shape events.
Power is more widely divided, but still today nobody has more of it.
And that power is not just measured in money or guns.
It is still measured in ideas and values. That's why polls show so many people still look to the United States and say they want America to hold on to its position of global leadership.
The entire world is paying attention to the American election, because the president of the United States, whoever he (yes, still he) is, remains the most powerful and influential human being on Earth.
Could you guys stop the whole quantitative easing by the way? WTH?
Originally posted by wildtimes
It seems to many of us that it's already too late. The decision has been made, and we "voters" are only being petted into thinking we make a difference.
One point made in the article linked above is that it might be a good idea for EVERYONE ON THE PLANET to have a say in this election
You dont have to thank us. We are afraid of you. Thats why we pay attention. America affects us all.
Originally posted by GaiusMarius
You dont have to thank us. We are afraid of you. Thats why we pay attention. America affects us all.
Romney is worse than Obama because Republicans are war mongers. But we hate Obama too because he is also a war monger. But the Republicans are always worse than Democrats.
Soon we wont have to pay attention because America is running out of people to fund their incredible debt.
Could you guys stop the whole quantitative easing by the way? WTH?
There is alot of great people in America and you will find solutions. And I think the world will help if America ever needs it.
edit- I dont see America being superpower for much longer though. Is there really anything wrong with that? America taking a lesser role would be good for America and good for the rest of us in my opinion.
What you are suggesting in my eyes, is the beginning stage of adopting a One World Government mentality, that government being the "One". If you agree with this or not is for a different discussion.
Originally posted by GaiusMarius
reply to post by LittleBlackEagle
We are all in it together arent we?
And nice burn on the IMF. Talk about a bunch of demons. And the American taxpayers are the poor victims that have their tax stolen to fund this stuff. Americans throw in more for the IMF, UN, NATO...... They bankers are robbing America blind. And what do Americans get out of it? Bugger all as far as I can tell.
They bankers are robbing America blind. And what do Americans get out of it? Bugger all as far as I can tell.
They are a shadowy cabal of people with the proper lineage, money and influence, so far beyond the average mans comprehension, it ain't even funny.
Prayer alone will do more than votes and activism and anything else at this late stage rushing toward Armageddon.
Nice Story.
Originally posted by BO XIAN
. a member of which convinced his other platoon members and leaders to pray and get their families to pray the 91st Psalm daily for the whole of their war experience.
IIRC, EVERY LAST MEMBER CAME BACK FROM THE WAR