Don't underestimate the role technology plays here. As our ability to tap non-petroleum sources of energy grows, the US strategic interest in the Mideast will ebb even more. The only trading partner in the region worth much is Israel, due to its technology sophistication.
Pretty ugly stuff. What has happened to the Egypt I thought I knew? This is just a recommendation for butchery on a mass scale. Will civil society there ever emerge on top? I fear not in our lifetime.
Seriously, Juan?
Sterling's an undeniable ass but you're using the guy's idiocy as a platform to launch into your familiar roster of betes-noire.
Don't underestimate the role technology plays here. As our ability to tap non-petroleum sources of energy grows, the US strategic interest in the Mideast will ebb even more. The only trading partner in the region worth much is Israel, due to its technology sophistication.
Pretty ugly stuff. What has happened to the Egypt I thought I knew? This is just a recommendation for butchery on a mass scale. Will civil society there ever emerge on top? I fear not in our lifetime.