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surprisedA few hours ago, I posted a Note of similar title to this one. In that Note I stated that I found the president's words regarding American arrogance to be inappropriate and shameful; now I recant that statement.
President Obama, after watching your speech on video, I realized that I had misjudged you. What I perceived as weakness in giving our enemies an opportunity to ridicule our great nation for her faults, I now realize was strength - the strength to say "we were wrong, but now we are going to do something about it!" The strength to admit our faults, but to point out that we have not been alone in our poor judgment and opinions, and to call the world to a higher code of responsibility, and leading the way by example. You reminded Europe that she needs us - and you reminded us that Europe is not the enemy. I applaud your courage, your eloquence, and your ambition to create a working relationship between the great powers in the world without sacrificing our independence!
For those of you who have not yet seen the video of President Obama's speech, I have posted it here. I strongly encourage all of you to watch this short video.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk
President Obama, after watching your speech on video, I realized that I had misjudged you. What I perceived as weakness in giving our enemies an opportunity to ridicule our great nation for her faults, I now realize was strength - the strength to say "we were wrong, but now we are going to do something about it!" The strength to admit our faults, but to point out that we have not been alone in our poor judgment and opinions, and to call the world to a higher code of responsibility, and leading the way by example. You reminded Europe that she needs us - and you reminded us that Europe is not the enemy. I applaud your courage, your eloquence, and your ambition to create a working relationship between the great powers in the world without sacrificing our independence!
For those of you who have not yet seen the video of President Obama's speech, I have posted it here. I strongly encourage all of you to watch this short video.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk
