[Miss Marple]

There is an entire department in State devoted to nothing BUT protocol and local customs.

Of course, you have to not be arrogant and ask for their input, and then you have to be humble enough to go along with what they recommend.

I attribute this to intentional arrogance (see how they treated Queen Elizabeth) and not naivete.

Every action he has taken overseas is made with the intention of diminishing our prestige abroad or insulting an ally.

[Rational Debate]

Hi folks,

Someone mentioned actual video of the Obama bow to the Emperor... would someone point me to that please?

Thanks in advance!

[thecodont]

Every action he has taken overseas is made with the intention of diminishing our prestige abroad or insulting an ally.

And perhaps inviting attack from an aggressor.

God in Heaven, help our nation.

[LiberaMa]

“I attribute this to intentional arrogance...”

Very likely. Have you ever noticed that arrogance and stupidity always travel together (sort of like Siamese twins joined at the hip)...?