The brunt of the criticism against United States is breath taking. I fear that they are accurate in their assessment of our country. I am appalled by the level of animosity on both side of the aisle. When a real emergency happens we don’t have the power, agility, intelligence, resources and fortitude to make and implement hard decisions.
It really doesn’t matter who wins the election. Seriously. We are going into dark and difficult times. None of us are prepared for the sacrifices that will have to be made. I am glad you have brought to our attention what others are observing about the USA. It takes courage to read their comments/observations and truly look at our current situation. Once again your clear writing, ability to understand complex realities make it a joy to read your columns. Stay well and be safe, whatever’s that means these days.!
Morning, Pbr, Thank you for reading and taking the time to comment here. I agree with your comments about the election outcome. For me, the core of the party platforms are virtually identical, with single issues appearing to frame much the popular debate (e.g., abortion, gun rights, immigration). One of the reasons I spend so much time reading international news is that it helps me get perspective on things that are often difficult for me to see as an American, given how steeped I am in domestic politics, culture and information sources. I hope you also stay well and safe, Sasha
Thank you for these perspectives. Looking in the mirror is helpful, but overhearing others talking about you is sometimes even more so. Heedfulness is essential now, as always.
Thank you for the thoughtful comment! Heedfulness is a great way to put it...I often think of similar words and values in this context, e.g., 'humility', which seems part of what it would mean to be more heedful and mindful of one's actions and how they impact others. Thanks again!
The brunt of the criticism against United States is breath taking. I fear that they are accurate in their assessment of our country. I am appalled by the level of animosity on both side of the aisle. When a real emergency happens we don’t have the power, agility, intelligence, resources and fortitude to make and implement hard decisions.
It really doesn’t matter who wins the election. Seriously. We are going into dark and difficult times. None of us are prepared for the sacrifices that will have to be made. I am glad you have brought to our attention what others are observing about the USA. It takes courage to read their comments/observations and truly look at our current situation. Once again your clear writing, ability to understand complex realities make it a joy to read your columns. Stay well and be safe, whatever’s that means these days.!
Morning, Pbr, Thank you for reading and taking the time to comment here. I agree with your comments about the election outcome. For me, the core of the party platforms are virtually identical, with single issues appearing to frame much the popular debate (e.g., abortion, gun rights, immigration). One of the reasons I spend so much time reading international news is that it helps me get perspective on things that are often difficult for me to see as an American, given how steeped I am in domestic politics, culture and information sources. I hope you also stay well and safe, Sasha
Thank you for these perspectives. Looking in the mirror is helpful, but overhearing others talking about you is sometimes even more so. Heedfulness is essential now, as always.
Thank you for the thoughtful comment! Heedfulness is a great way to put it...I often think of similar words and values in this context, e.g., 'humility', which seems part of what it would mean to be more heedful and mindful of one's actions and how they impact others. Thanks again!