I was surprised to hear Putin's comments on supporting the USA efforts against ISIL! Surprised and pleased but not unduly so. Mr. Putin is former KGB -- and that really means something. He is clever beyond the level of simple politics. He is strong -- and that is well beyond the level of physical strength -- he is strong in the heart, in the brain, in the memory of what Russia is -- at its best. He can concoct a strategy -- and follow it.
We have no such memories of our history here in America. We are somewhat blinded by and misinformed about our own heritage -- which truly only dates to the 17th century. And as for strategy -- if it takes more than 3 months we consider it "far into the future." We are much shallower than we should be -- much too ephemeral. Much too momentary. Much too last minute.
And that is at least one reason why America is in such a mess!
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