"My Friends, From the Beltway to Berlin, Yes We Can!"
Roger Cohen, International Herald Tribune | July 7, 2008
In the end of July, Obama is scheduled to meet with Chancellor Merkel and to hold a speech at Berlin's Brandenburg Gate. ++ He should consider saying something to the following effect: the lessons of Berlin illustrate "what far-sighted strategy can achieve" and teach shared sacrifice. ++ The transatlantic alliance depends on our shared resolve. ++ "I'm sure I can learn from Europe on universal health care or environment policy. ++ But you too must reach beyond your comfort levels. ++ Criticism is easy, sacrifice less so."
