Quote Originally Posted by Seamus Fermanagh
So, you are one of those Americans who's longing for a bit of isolationism again. Can't say I haven't had a thought or two along those lines myself. Not sure if its practical in our "global village" though.
Measured isolationism yes, Im a capitalist too and as much as I hate to admit it our economy is dependent on many global factors. Militarily, and politically, and for that matter U.S. aid, well I think our resources are better served at home then abroad given the current world climate.

Having the ability of power projection affords us the opportunity to pull back, the Korean situation is a budding prospect for that imho.