So much of this is perception. It's about wanting to do something. Although I lament the economic effects of Brexit, I do get it. (And of course I don't experience the ill-effects of Brexit.) It's important to be a country, not a brand. You need people actually to take stock. The British have not had a significant social upheaval since the Thatcher days. Time for some action.
In many ways I agree with you, old chap. We simply do not have the resources to go to war with Russia.
Now if you guys were to ante up with us, that might be a different matter.
In many ways I agree with you, old chap. We simply do not have the resources to go to war with Russia.
Now if you guys were to ante up with us, that might be a different matter.
The thing to do is to get into the war first and then stay confident that your allies will help you out. Incidentally this is my approach to life in general.
The thing to do is to get into the war first and then stay confident that your allies will help you out. Incidentally this is my approach to life in general.
Yes, it must be said that Uncle Sam has a history of being somewhat late to the party...
Yes, it must be said that Uncle Sam has a history of being somewhat late to the party...
There was that old Cold War joke wasn't there, that the US had been late for the first two world wars, so they were determined to make damn sure they were on time for number three by starting it.
There was that old Cold War joke wasn't there, that the US had been late for the first two world wars, so they were determined to make damn sure they were on time for number three by starting it.
My major concern is whether or not I'll be able to resurrect the second world war's finest gag: "She wears utility knickers, one yank and they're off!"