The basis of anti-Americanism is envy. The upstart has surpassed its more history-steeped elders. I lived in Europe for five years; I don't rely on stereotypes to envision European attitudes. No one is preventing Europe from taking a leadership role, but leadership is more than talk and criticism; it takes vision and commitment. When Yugoslavia was breaking up and becoming an open conflict, European friends asked, "What is the US going to do about this?" Even though this was a problem located purely in Europe, there was no thought of actual commitment to action and involvement by the "leadership" there. I …
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