Global Balance of Power

Two great articles discussing ways the balance of power is shifting in the world and why America needs a President who is capable of strong diplomatic action. It also highlights why it is so critical the new administration makes it a priority to push through a creative, new energy policy that accelerates the development of alternative energy sources and promotes fuel efficiency.

Shifts in the global balance of power
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/21/opinion/21friedman.html?th&emc=th

Obama and the Jews
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/18/opinion/18friedman.html?em&ex=1211515200&en=8f8aa6d16cce3a79&ei=5087%0A