[billbears]

Bush´s definition of America first does not translate from Third Way middle-speak into plain old American English as a daring defense of the U.S. Constitution and U.S. sovereignty. It is more like a lordly, bossy reminder of whose interests must always come first when it comes to the world – those of America´s global/socialist elites

Think I've seen that idea somewhere else. Now where have I seen that idea....Oh yes.

But we cannot safely avoid the responsibilities of global leadership or the costs that are associated with its exercise. America has a vital role in maintaining peace and security in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. If we shirk our responsibilities, we invite challenges to our fundamental interests. The history of the 20th century should have taught us that it is important to shape circumstances before crises emerge, and to meet threats before they become dire. The history of this century should have taught us to embrace the cause of American leadership.

Note not one mention of the Constitution in their statement of principles either

[JohnGalt]

I took the liberty of explaining the author's point a little clearer:

The history of this century as taught in our government propaganda centers should have taught us to embrace the cause of American leadership but some ostriches refuse to embrace the tenants of their compulsory free education.