US foreign policy

Now that there’s finally a new president in house, I believe it is time the US made some major changes in their foreign policy. Firstly, I believe the US will need to spend a lot of time and resources on their relationship with Russia. Russia is currently convinced that the US missile shield is directed against them, and feel threatened. If Obama refuses to negotiate with Russia, there might be another Cuba crisis, therefore I think it would be wise of Obama to negotiate, and make sure that Russia does not act aggressively. Think it is time that the US gets rid of the bad blood they share with Russia, and starts acting more diplomatically. Also, the US should withdraw most of their troops from Iraq, but keep checkpoints and a small part of their troops to prevent the rise of a military coup d'état. I know that Obama already is advocating a conference that includes both Syria and Iran, to find an ultimate solution on the Iraq problem. I also expect massive changes in the US’s Cuba policy, as Obama has stated that he will meet with Castro, witch I think could end what has been looking like a Cuba boycott for the past decade. Additionally, Obama has already called for "unrestricted rights" on Cuban American travel, and money sent from America to family members. What I think is important about Obama’s stance on foreign policy, is wherever he will be an idealist or a realist. If he is realist, he will focus on getting things done during his term, instead of making plans that will deal with the problems after his term. The best thing for the US is probably if he is a mix of the two, especially if he is to be elected for a second term

The US choice of president

I think the US choice of president, Barak Obama, will prove to be a wise one, regarding the current economical crisis, and global challenges, like the Global Warming issue. Obama has several good opinions regarding taxation, and the economic crisis.

Examples of this, is his will to end the tax breaks for companies that moves their production, and jobs oversea, and to rise the taxes of the rich part of the population in the US. Obama also has the “REAL USA” plan, where companies that provide good and secure jobs for the American people will be rewarded with tax incentives. This is an important plan, as it might give the citizens of the US a better shot at economical safety, and will provide more jobs for the people.

Additionally, Obamas energy policy makes it possible for the US to make a huge positive impact on the issue of Global Warming. Obama wants to reduce the emissions of carbon by 80% by 2050, and he has several good ways of making this possible. Firstly, he wants the US to make a step towards, and invest in renewable energy. Secondly, and more importantly, Obama wants to explore the possibilities of nuclear power, and are positive to use such power, if it is a way to safely storage nuclear waste. This is a big break, as nuclear power makes sensible solution of the worlds growing need for energy.

Also, Obama’s view on education a much needed one in the US, as he supports free college for any student with an average grade of a B-. Last, but not least, I think the choice of a black president might help to tear down the wall of racism in the US

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