Mark Leonard and Daniel Korski For much of the last few years, European leaders have been happier providing a running commentary on the failings of the Bush administration than taking responsibility for global problems themselves. Barack Obama's election brings that era to a decisive close.
When he arrives in Europe for his first trip as president, European publics will line the streets, while their leaders queue for photo-ops. But Obama’s visit will also pose a profound challenge to the comfortable introversion of many European governments.
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Anonymous09 Nov 2008 15:08
This is a fine example of Maxim de la Trine's vapouring. It simply doesn't say a thing.
Well, let's rejoice. At least he's not insulting us, or, flat out denying that the communists committed any crimes.
Kristjan Nikolaev05 Nov 2008 21:48
Now what? Now nothing. The likelihood is rather high that the Baltic States and Central and Eastern Europe in a broader sense are screwed with Barack Obama in office. Prepare to watch the beginning of the end. It is just difficult to say if we are now in 1937, 1938, or 1939. So to speak.
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