WASHINGTON (AP) – In a blow to President Barack Obama, chances faded Tuesday for Senate approval of a major nuclear arms treaty with Russia this year, tripping up one of the administration’s top foreign policy goals.
via patdollard.com
the irony here is I would be for this treaty if Obama's foreign policy were working. Russia should of been made an ally back in the 80's instead of supporting Islam against the Soviets. Another mistake would of been to support Islam against the Serbs who are Russian allies and coreligionists. I have no doubt in the future both our countries will move forward with friendships because we are fighting the same war now, but right now the US state department has no direction besides Saudi cooperation. This is not really about Russia at all and has more to do with America catching up with Russia in some ways.... and sometimes Russia catching up with America. Both our countries need to figure out our objectives before we commit to anything. This is not a slap in the face to Russia. This is a prudent decision to reject this treaty for both Russia and the United State's interests.
