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Here is the bottom line the way I see it.
John Bolton was critical of the UN and the UN being an ineffective institution. The people in the UN and the nations that support the way the UN operates and the stances the organization has taken don't like Bolton because he wanted to change the organization and make it more effective, he was vocal, direct and honest about his views. The American people did not support Bolton, therefore some (not all) will interpret that to mean that the American people endorse the UN in its status quo state, and endorse the positions the UN has taken. It appears that some of you fail to see this, and place partisan politics ahead of the issues being addressed in the world (including but not limited to Darfur). I think this is sad. I think those who fail to realize this reality "celebrate" and fail to see the impact of Bolton's resignation under the public pressure in America. I have also lost respect for Bolton for quiting, I think his resignation was short-sighted as well.
I am disappointed by Democratic leadership for failing to send a clear message to the world the the UN is an institution in need of change and that America is not in agreement with the stance the UN has taken on many issues. I would easily accept the removal of Bolton if Democratic leadership emphasized that to the world rather than how Bolton's personality offended them.
So you guys and gals go ahead and celebrate.
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"It is useless for the sheep to pass resolutions on vegetarianism while the wolf is of a different opinion."
"If you live among wolves you have to act like one."
"A lady screams at the mouse but smiles at the wolf. A gentleman is a wolf who sends flowers."
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