American military expenditures are now equal to those combined for all other nations, and it is good to know that our nation’s defenses against a conventional attack are impregnable. It is also imperative that America remain vigilant against threats from terrorists. But the admirable characteristics of a nation are no more defined by its size and physical prowess than are those of a human being.
What are some of the other attributes of a superpower? Once again, they might very well mirror those of a person. These would include a demonstrable commitment to truth, justice, peace, freedom, humility, human rights, generosity, and the upholding of other moral values.
There is no inherent reason that our nation cannot be the international paragon of these virtues. Whenever a person in any nation faces a challenge or a problem, it would be good to have them look to Washington for assistance or...
