by Jazz singer » 11 Feb 2009, 03:24
In spite of being elected on a new platform and advocating 'changes' for the USA, Obama is limited in his choices.
Most of the foreign policy, military decisions have been made before he came to power, and he has to manage them the best he can.
Obama isn't responsible for the huge US budget deficit, the ridiculous defence budget and out of control military spending, nor most of the US stances vis-a-vis other countries, but he has to carry them through.
It is impossible for him to make U-turns in policies, and antagonise the US establishment and administration.
So, as much as I wish for a change of policy, I don't expect much, and fear it will be business as usual.