RUMSFELD CHALLENGES UNITY, OPTIMISM: COUNCIL OF THE AMERICAS
J. Grant Swank, Jr.
"Today the countries of the region are working together in a very constructive way," Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said. "They're leaning forward in support of democracy and economic opportunity and recognizing that cooperation with respect to security matters is certainly central to political and economic success."
That’s basic political catechism. However, it’s often forgotten or sidelined by subordinate postulates. In other words, there comes the time in every democracy’s existence when it has to return to fundamentals — for re-examination and implementation with fresh determination.
That’s what Rumsfeld’s address was all about as he spoke to the Council of the Americas this week. It was calling those of like political faith to renewal and trust. It was seeking an ongoing pledge to keep integrity in freedoms cherished.
To put it another way: it was Rumsfeld reminding his listeners that America alone can’t forge ahead for freedom’s spread. It’s the old lesson of teamwork — day by day, persevering regardless of the obstacles.
According to Samantha L. Quigley of the American Forces Press Service, Rumsfeld stated that killers international are out to do us all in, no country exempted. Therefore, vigilance from the entire region must be maintained all the time, everywhere.
"’Anti-social elements’ seek to return these countries to instability and chaos for their own benefit, he said."
Like everything else worthwhile, reassessment and realignment to what is genuinely believed to be top priority must be recognized and then given fresh impetus.
Rumsfeld, leader of the Operation Iraqi Freedom three-week-win war has the right to challenge his comrades to keep the faith. He has done that for, not only the United States, but liberty nations worldwide.
If there is ever a personage of courage and determination, it is Rumsfeld, though the Democratic Party and liberal press have attempted to smear his name and value. It was US President George W. Bush however who put to flight the taunts and jibes in favor of a realistic appraisal of Rumsfeld’s contributions to freedom’s chances.
"The top Defense Department civilian said those who would challenge Central and South America's progress toward political and economic freedom come in the forms of violent gangs, drug traffickers, smugglers, hostage takers and terrorists.
"’(Central and South American leaders) are concerned about these criminals that are seeking to destabilize governments and to prey on various vulnerabilities that exist. They're a particular danger because they can attack one of the key underpinnings of a successful civil society, and that's the people's confidence in their system of government to the extent that people do not have confidence in government.’"
In order to overcome murderers global, national leaderships must bond more closely. It’s not enough for lone rangers to wander about, hoping the enemy will simply fade away. It will take concentrated, programmed efforts on the part of every politic. Every head of state is necessary in order to stop the terrorists’ aggression.
Rumsfeld feels confident that increased unity within the region is molding itself. Nations are realizing increasingly that they must tie up, not simply coast along. The enemy does not coast. The enemy plans and then attacks. The friends of liberty must plan and quell the attacks, never giving in to those who would destroy what freedom-loving individuals hold dearly.
"’Brazil, Colombia and other Andean nations are increasing cooperation to fight narcoterrorists operating in and across their borders. This is a positive step when one considers that terrorists and criminals often use the lack of border security to their advantage,’ Rumsfeld said.
"Brazil has developed a new radar operation that eventually will allow coverage and control over Amazon airspace, he added. Part of the equation that is allowing the lean toward a free political and economic system is the waning military rivalries between Latin American states, something Rumsfeld called ‘the bane of the 19th and 20th centuries.’"
Since Operation Iraqi Freedom’s victory resulting in the New Iraq’s January 30 Victory Vote and now the establishing of the National Assembly, Rumsfeld has flown to various parts of the world, delivering speeches to encourage continuing on course. He has spoken with leadership and grassroots, cheering them on to stronger resolve.
Rumsfeld presented to his audience this week the following positive stock-taking: "’Latin America today may well be the least militarized region in the world. And it's now mostly shaped by the kind of trust and cooperation and accountability that is possible among a family of democratic nation.
"’One of my colleagues, a South American minister of defense, put it this way: "We are now united by the threats we face, not divided by them,"’ Rumsfeld said."
America can be justly proud of Rumsfeld’s freedom banner waving. It sees through his mission with accuracy and experience. Carry on, Defense Secretary extraordinary.
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"Today the countries of the region are working together in a very constructive way," Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld said. "They're leaning forward in support of democracy and economic opportunity and recognizing that cooperation with respect to security matters is certainly central to political and economic success."
That’s basic political catechism. However, it’s often forgotten or sidelined by subordinate postulates. In other words, there comes the time in every democracy’s existence when it has to return to fundamentals — for re-examination and implementation with fresh determination.
That’s what Rumsfeld’s address was all about as he spoke to the Council of the Americas this week. It was calling those of like political faith to renewal and trust. It was seeking an ongoing pledge to keep integrity in freedoms cherished.
To put it another way: it was Rumsfeld reminding his listeners that America alone can’t forge ahead for freedom’s spread. It’s the old lesson of teamwork — day by day, persevering regardless of the obstacles.
According to Samantha L. Quigley of the American Forces Press Service, Rumsfeld stated that killers international are out to do us all in, no country exempted. Therefore, vigilance from the entire region must be maintained all the time, everywhere.
"’Anti-social elements’ seek to return these countries to instability and chaos for their own benefit, he said."
Like everything else worthwhile, reassessment and realignment to what is genuinely believed to be top priority must be recognized and then given fresh impetus.
Rumsfeld, leader of the Operation Iraqi Freedom three-week-win war has the right to challenge his comrades to keep the faith. He has done that for, not only the United States, but liberty nations worldwide.
If there is ever a personage of courage and determination, it is Rumsfeld, though the Democratic Party and liberal press have attempted to smear his name and value. It was US President George W. Bush however who put to flight the taunts and jibes in favor of a realistic appraisal of Rumsfeld’s contributions to freedom’s chances.
"The top Defense Department civilian said those who would challenge Central and South America's progress toward political and economic freedom come in the forms of violent gangs, drug traffickers, smugglers, hostage takers and terrorists.
"’(Central and South American leaders) are concerned about these criminals that are seeking to destabilize governments and to prey on various vulnerabilities that exist. They're a particular danger because they can attack one of the key underpinnings of a successful civil society, and that's the people's confidence in their system of government to the extent that people do not have confidence in government.’"
In order to overcome murderers global, national leaderships must bond more closely. It’s not enough for lone rangers to wander about, hoping the enemy will simply fade away. It will take concentrated, programmed efforts on the part of every politic. Every head of state is necessary in order to stop the terrorists’ aggression.
Rumsfeld feels confident that increased unity within the region is molding itself. Nations are realizing increasingly that they must tie up, not simply coast along. The enemy does not coast. The enemy plans and then attacks. The friends of liberty must plan and quell the attacks, never giving in to those who would destroy what freedom-loving individuals hold dearly.
"’Brazil, Colombia and other Andean nations are increasing cooperation to fight narcoterrorists operating in and across their borders. This is a positive step when one considers that terrorists and criminals often use the lack of border security to their advantage,’ Rumsfeld said.
"Brazil has developed a new radar operation that eventually will allow coverage and control over Amazon airspace, he added. Part of the equation that is allowing the lean toward a free political and economic system is the waning military rivalries between Latin American states, something Rumsfeld called ‘the bane of the 19th and 20th centuries.’"
Since Operation Iraqi Freedom’s victory resulting in the New Iraq’s January 30 Victory Vote and now the establishing of the National Assembly, Rumsfeld has flown to various parts of the world, delivering speeches to encourage continuing on course. He has spoken with leadership and grassroots, cheering them on to stronger resolve.
Rumsfeld presented to his audience this week the following positive stock-taking: "’Latin America today may well be the least militarized region in the world. And it's now mostly shaped by the kind of trust and cooperation and accountability that is possible among a family of democratic nation.
"’One of my colleagues, a South American minister of defense, put it this way: "We are now united by the threats we face, not divided by them,"’ Rumsfeld said."
America can be justly proud of Rumsfeld’s freedom banner waving. It sees through his mission with accuracy and experience. Carry on, Defense Secretary extraordinary.
For more: http://conservativeposts.us/ <http://conservativeposts.us/>
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