Finding the Limit of U.S. Power? His Name is Obama

Patriot Room ^ | 7-10-09 | Scott Martin

[Scott Martin]

In a piece titled, "Finding the Limits of U.S. Power," Alan Cowell of the New York Times notes:

"But, diplomatically, the unfinished business lies in North Korea and Iran — twin beacons of nuclear ambition casting a baleful, contrary light onto the frontiers of America’s ability to impose its will on those who see nuclear technology as a portal to respect and influence that would otherwise elude them.

And perhaps, in a backhanded way, the real puzzle lies not so much in America’s deployment of power as in the acknowledgment of its limits."

In fact, the real puzzle lies more in discovering just how willing the new administration is to give up its power on issues of national security, while extending its power to control more and more aspects of domestic life. American power can override the actions of the Sun, but can't overcome a senile old man in North Korea? How arrogant to assume the former; how pathetic to fear the latter...

[jakerobins]

Like most things the extent of our power is based only on our WILL. A small group of men Dedicated RESOLUTE and Iron Willed can accomplish great feats....On the other hand a unacomplished, marxist, rookie can take a great military force and cause defeat.(Take Somalia) A chain is only as stong as the weakest link..In 2012 we need to tell Barry and his ilk...

[combat_boots]

“give up its power on issues of national security”

Well then, expect terror here. Lots of it.