Entries from Nikos Konstandaras at PostGlobal tagged with 'United States'
Double Standards for U.S. Friends
Anti-Americanism in Greece cannot rise much higher than it has the past few years. But despite anti-globalization theatrics, the reasons have much to do with domestic politics. Many of the grievances are U.S. sins of omission -- failure to support Greece's interests, siding with Turkey instead.
Polls Distort the Issue
Europeans probably fear an isolationist U.S. more than an overly aggressive one.
U.S. Must Not Abdicate Responsibility
Athens, Greece - If a multinational force cannot be established in Iraq, the United States might have to increase its number of troops there.
Consume Less, Innovate More
Athens, Greece - in our shrinking world, it no longer seems ironic to say that what is good for America might just be good for the world as well.
U.S. Politicians Act in America's Interests
Athens, Greece - Institutions such as the press and the courts that have helped keep alive the flame of what America stands for have done so mainly by standing up against the executive. If the Congress manages to impose some prudence and reason on the agenda this will strengthen America's image and may lead to better decisions by the president. This would be to the benefit of the United States and the rest of the world -- irrespective of which party is in the majority.
Frisky Politician? Forget About It
Athens, Greece - Americans must accept that there will be sex in politics, as in all things, without making their politics all about sex.
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