I don't want us to be nice to them. They don't respond like a dog does or a child. They do however respect strength, consistency and clarity. The Clintons blew this on all counts. Bush will do better but I was somewhat disapointed with the handling of the EP-3 affair. I thought the proper course of action would have been to destroy the aircraft after our people were returned.
Perhaps Bush was giving them a chance to correct the error of their ways before using stronger measures.
They definately respect strength. I agree with that one for sure.
I do however feel that there are at least some people who want to come to a common understanding...