Reply #9: I did not mean to be offensive to other countries ,but there are times

[KlatooBNikto]

I feel proud that we are the first ones on the block to rush assistance to countries that need help during famine, earthquakes or other natural or manmade disasters.With due respect, I believe that our Declaration of Rights stands as a unique document that recognizes the equality of all men and, with all our faults, we have been moving toward that ideal for the past two hundred and twenty five years.

I recognize, however, that our arrogance and hamhandedness and our voracious appetite for natural resources has been a cause of suffering in many parts of the world.I hope we can reduce our profligate ways of living but I wouldn't bet on it happening anytime soon seeing how my own children and grandchildren consume material goods.A more thoughtful President than Bush can engage our population on these questions but I doubt such a President is even capable of being elected.