And, remember just how gratefully the Somalians repaid us for trying to intervene in their problems. Have you ever heard of "Blackhawk Down"? I'm not attacking you, I'm just saying that Americans can't do everything, and we are inevitably resented when we try.
And, remember just how gratefully the Somalians repaid us for trying to intervene in their problems. Have you ever heard of "Blackhawk Down"? I'm not attacking you, I'm just saying that Americans can't do everything, and we are inevitably resented when we try. Well, I can't argue against that point. However, every now and then I think it's a good idea if America does something just because it's the right thing to do. Besides, stability in the African subcontinent is very much in our national interest. If what you are saying is "we shouldn't bite off more than we can chew", I would agree. However, I just think the Mugabe regime is quite "chewable", and, with some support to bolster the opposition, he's as ready to fall as an apple in October.