Murdoch made some great points in his piece “America the Indispensable” including the idea that the United States will not have leaders until we as a country reaffirm our values and principles, and the idea that other countries long for America to again champion that “human quest for freedom and humane values.” However, Murdoch writes that in America “there is a restless need for revival,” and with this point I disagree. Yes, there are many Americans who long for a revival in our country, who long to reestablish America’s dominance in the global economy and global affairs. However, there are many more Americans who simply do not care, or are too lazy to care. How can America be a great nation when so many of us do not try to be great ourselves?
In Erika Lee’s novel titled At America’s Gates, she takes a close examination of the Chinese people and how various immigration laws affected their lives beyond a legal aspect in the late 19th century and early 20th century. She explains how Chinese immigration and exclusion laws influenced not only the Chinese, but also the United States as a whole. A country that once openly welcomed foreigners without restrictions became one that sought to control immigration through standards of race, class, and gender for the first time in its history.
America, along with its commitments, needs to “stand behind [its] word, and make sure [that the] word stands up” (Trump 138). This means that we need to take back control and never step back. Compromises should be kept to a minimum, and strong leaders need to take control in Washington (Trump 139). These leaders can be attracted by creating an exciting atmosphere for them to work in, as opposed to a failing government which only a bare minimum of Americans have the heart to try to fix (Trump 140). America needs to increase its power, successfully, military-wise (Trump 137) and financially. This will allow the country to start winning all the time by continually starting at the top of every race, and will force other countries to see it as a serious and strong national
What sets America apart from any nation in the world is that it never settle. America, at times, has had the tenancy to spent too long in the darkness of satisfaction and despondency, but never has it settles in shadows. Every single time America has fallen or been knocked down, it has never failed to rise from defeat. It may take months, years and even decades, but America never stops pursuing the perfection of the unparalleled ideals it was founded on.
In conclusion, America is losing superpower stature related to greed and over-consumption, bad politics and the need to remain in wars without ends. Americans need to unite as a political force and stop bickering like children between party lines. Instead of saying “no” to everything from the opposing party, be more constructive to find solutions. That shows strength instead of the weakness portrayed by arguing. American’s need to become a more industrial nation as we once were and stop sending the production to other countries to save on the bottom line. Also, a stop to borrowing for mere consumption needs to end. The borrowing should be put to advancing the country
) The United Sates is a democracy which means it is run by the people for the people. “For a country to be considered democratic, the views of the public must affect the course of government” (Greer 206). This means that if the government wants to change something we must all vote on it, or are at least all be given the chance to vote on it. When asked what it means that the government must have the publics support in order to get their decisions implemented it means just that. In order for anything to change in the laws for the United Sates the citizens must vote on it. Also for the people wanting to pass the law to have a better fighting chance they will need to show the public what this law will do for them and how it will help.
Although many Americans turn a blind eye and defend that their nation is the strongest in the world, the U.S. is on a downward slope and the democracy has lost its title of global superpower. A superpower nation is an influential country unparalleled with others. Nonetheless, the public agreed the United States is "less respected by other countries" (Source D). Donald Trump's slogan during his 2016 presidential campaign reads “Make America Great Again".
Have you ever created something that you think it was helpful but it causes a lot of problems? On December 17, 1917 the House of Representatives voted 282 to 128 to approve the 18th amendment and prohibit the manufacture, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages in the United States. Prohibition is the banning of the manufacture, sale, and possession of alcoholic beverages. Should America change its mind? America should change its mind because it created high number of crimes, concerns over enforcement and disrespect for the laws, and poor economic.
Donald J. Trump outlines his plans to make USA great again through better leadership and action. Too much empty talk, not enough action. We the People are tired of these politicians who talk their way into office and then fail to live up to what they promised. Trump will restore America to its former greatness, a greatness we have not seen since the Reagan years. This book is also a call for the return of genuine patriotism and taking pride in our country. We the People know that USA is the greatest country in the world and we need to put someone in the Oval Office who will actually Lead and put that greatness on display by taking Action.
Ever since the first colonists landed on her eastern shores those making passage to America have all been seeking a new life. Whether it was those escaping religious persecution like the Quakers or Puritans in the seventeenth century, Eastern Europeans searching for work in the nineteenth century, or even immigrants today desperately attempting to give their families better lives, they have all sought after what is known as the American Dream. The American Dream rooted in enlightenment philosophy has been the beacon of hope for all, however in the past decades the dream has changed and it has left many to wonder did the dream ever exist at all.
In That Used to Be Us, Thomas Friedman and Michael Mandelbaum begin by calling attention to the slow decline of the U.S., which is gradual enough so as to seem irrelevant. Friedman and Mandelbaum claim that this decline necessitates immediate attention and widespread action, and attribute it to four broad causes. These causes are the failure of leaders to observe, orient, decide, and act, (OODA), the muted responses to crucial issues which now require collective action and sacrifice, the paralyzation of our political system and erosion of values, and the cessation of investment in our Greatness Formula. The authors warn that we no longer have resources and time to waste on fixing crucial issues. Americans need to recognize that fundamental
1) A U.S. led coalition is formed to fight against ISIS involving mainly Canada, Great Britain, France, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Australia, Germany, the Netherlands and other countries.
Can a murderer, or on a broader scale, someone who’s done something “morally” incorrect ever truly be redeemed of their wrong doings? In a world where people are often judged more harshly by others than they should be, this question arises. Granted, the law isn’t something that can be bent because it clearly states that citizens who break the rules will have repercussions to pay. However, when people who have completed their sentences try to assimilate back into the lives they were previously living, they find themselves stuck in between a rock and a hard place. With this being said, redemption seems to be only applicable to those who fit the stigma of what an “ideal American” is supposed to be. To elaborate, this means that if one doesn’t
Some might say America’s future is bright, and those who disagree are cynical, but that notion is wrong. Throughout America’s long and bloody history, our leaders have made mistakes that have cost us mistakes. From poverty, to debt, to wars, it’s known that America would do anything to be on top. Even today, we continue to make these mistakes. America is always seen as a top dog. Is our country really at the top, or is that just a common misconception?
I think this article is basically Rupert Murdoch glorifying the United States. He acts as if our country was a godsend to the rest of the world and without it, the world would be in complete ruin. I think its ridiculously ignorant to view our country this way and its actually that mindset that is detrimental to our country. Look at all the other societies that believed they were the most just, enlightened, and powerful people: the Romans, the British, the French, the Spanish. It doesn't last forever. I mean look at the United States's education, health care efficiency, national satisfaction, religious diversity, and peace rankings. The only thing we're #1 in is obesity, prisoners, and women Olympic figure skating gold medals. GO USA! One part
By adjusting to the new reality of our ignorance, competition, and worldly participation I believe America would put itself in a good place to deal with the “rise of the rest”. I think Zakaria points out true issues America has faced and is yet to face. It’s all about the present, as much as we are driving toward the future, it's really important to deal what we have at hand. Although we may be slowing in our advancements America is still in a very good position as a country and has come a long way. Zakaria