Tuesday, April 14, 2009

U.S. vs Them

Our new unit revolving around the American war experience has really forced me to think about what our image as a country has become. Since the early 1900s, we have made some questionable decisions in terms of forighn policy. Many of our imperialistic actions (especially in the Philippines) have revealed what our true goals are. Although we seemed to want to believe we minded our own business, I have come to the conclusion that our "business" may lead us across the world. I found a slightly dated article showing our former president Bush's view on our foriegn policy of choice. Looking back, it is very interesting to see how far we've come since one of our more unpopular president was preaching anti-isolationism. Now president Obama seems to be right on track.
It seemed to me like the war in the middle east wasn't largely supported by the public. I was very much expecting more progress in this direction when the Obama's moved into the White House. But now I am seeing a comeback to the pouring of money and troops into the conflict across the world.
Looking back on earlier articles is very interesting, and a good way to "check up" on any promises you watched disapear from the media.

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