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To: paul_philp who wrote (56457)	11/10/2002 4:25:47 PM
From: Nadine Carroll	Respond to of 281500

The policy instincts of both the right and the left in America are insufficient for the new realties in the world. The defining challenge for Bush is to develop a new foreign policy based on the objective of producing results rather than the objective of minimizing risks. I did not believe that he was the right man for the job but he is beginning to impress me. He is developing a brand new foreign policy doctrine and winning the critical political battles. The big win on Tuesday protects his agenda from the hard right as much as the left. Good comments and I agree with all of them.

To: paul_philp who wrote (56457)	11/10/2002 4:28:01 PM
From: mistermj	Respond to of 281500

paul_philp Excellent Post.Thanks

To: paul_philp who wrote (56457)	11/10/2002 4:44:56 PM
From: Condor	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 281500

Tolerance of institutional anti-Americanism is one mediocre policy which is rapidly changing and Germany will be the first to get first hand knowledge. American isolationism is another mediocre policy which will be challenged and changed. Interesting thoughts Paul. Would you care to expand on your "Germany meets Godzilla" prediction and describe what you might visualize as Germanys yet unrealized experience? Regarding the demise of American isolationism, from where will the impetus come (outside America or within) ? That thought seems inconsistent with the realities of the moment. This administration sure appears committed to isolationism. What makes you think a change could occur so quickly? Nice to see you posting again and looking forward to your insights. Regards C

To: paul_philp who wrote (56457)	11/10/2002 5:28:43 PM
From: SirWalterRalegh	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 281500

Paul- I would interested to know if you felt the following were the right persons for the job- LBJ, Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton, and finally Lady Thatcher. How many hoops do you have to jump thru before you become impressed? Cordially, Rick

To: paul_philp who wrote (56457)	11/10/2002 8:33:13 PM
From: epsteinbd	Respond to of 281500

Yes, Bush is impressive. So is your post. Short and focused.eom