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I think you can draw parallels between this forum and the world in general.
September 11 was a travesty that no one wants repeated again, so emotions run hot, especially with the US.
For once, I agree with Ronn_Bman here.

I don't think the US is using correct diplomatic methods to acheive his end goals, but then I don't think that many other nations are either. The fact that France has declared that they will veto no matter what, is strong arm tactics as well.

And though I may not agree with them, I certainly can't blame the Bush administration for the tactics they are using. The terror attacks damaged the US reputation, and proved that they are as vunerable as anyone, something they never really had to consider before.