The Future of American Power

Through shrewd strategic choices and some sophisticated diplomacy, Britain was able to maintain and even extend its influence for decades. In the end, however, it could not alter the fact that its power position -- its economic and technological dynamism -- was fast eroding. Britain declined gracefully -- but inexorably. The United States today faces a problem that is quite different. The U.S. economy (despite its current crisis) remains fundamentally ... Full Story »

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Patricia L'Herrou
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by Patricia L'Herrou - Oct. 1, 2008

a fascinating modern history, filled with facts and figures- europe, great britain and the united states, placing the u.s. in recent history at the forefront of the world. mr. zakaria goes from there to describing the problems the u.s. faces which can contribute to the loss of that position. some factors he cites as great benefits seem somewhat paradoxical, yet toward the end he places them in context, and implies that our greatest weakness is a failure of our political system.

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