September 11, 2001 will always be at the forefront of most Americans' minds. But for me, I consider it a wake-up call, not justification for continuing wars against terror in Afghanistan and Iraq.
The world is becoming a dangerous place. And if we don't do more to quell damaged thoughts and feelings, we are going to live in a global village that is defined by the hurters rather than the helpers.
America was once the world's best hope for peace and tranquility. We led by example. But our foreign policy - support of Israel and Islamic militant groups - is fueling the fires that are raging uncontrollably in the hearts and minds of Middle Easterners. It doesn't take a genius to realize that our actions are increasingly being viewed as hypocritical by Middle Easterners and others around the world, but what do we do about it. Do we continue to exude self-righteous attitudes, or do we admit that our foreign policy has been flawed, tainted with the seeds of racism and exploitation?
What do you think? I look forward to reading your responses.
Jeffery A. Faulkerson, MSSW
www.jefferyafaulkerson.com
Posted By: J. A. Faulkerson
Monday, January 26th 2009 at 11:44AM
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