Obama's Middle East Will be Business as Usual
Jonathan Steele, The Guardian | May 15, 2008
Obama advocates leading open and direct negotiations with everyone, from Iran to Cuba. ++ His opposition to the Iraq war, his rational stance on Iran, and his "understanding of US imperialism" suggest he will reshape American foreign policy. ++ Yet Obama's readiness to compromise does not apply to the Middle East. ++ Since Obama's presidency would provide for high expectations, the predictable continuity of US policy in this region could prove especially disappointing for many members of the international community.
