American Democracy

Recently I watched the movie "Control Room." Which was quite popular in 2004. Better late that never I suppose. Anyway wanted to share what I thought was a very reassuring statement about foreign perception of our democracy.

A group of Iraqi's, just prior to American invasion were sitting and discussing what they thought of the incoming invasion by the Americans. Seriously imagine sitting and talking bout an imminent invasion from the most powerful military on the planet. Amazing the candor and calmness expressed by these locals.

One Iraqi, in perhaps a state of outrage and fear said, "Who will stop the Americans?"
The other responded, "America will stop itself." Further he stated, "I'm so confident in the American Democracy, and the American people, eventually they will not stand for this war. "

Sad that in 2004, we couldn't have changed direction, thank you Ohio! However, now in 2008, America is finally at the point where public opinion is in line with what that enlightened Iraqi pointed out in 2004. Now we just have to find a candidate who can help us bring our foreign policy more in line with this wishes of voters.

To me the statement of that Iraqi, and tide of public opinion in this country show just how functional our democratic system can be. While we're certainly not perfect, and often slow in changing our ways, we are on the road to improvement, and that above all else, is what matters.