by Don Kraus

Tom Paine

04/05/05

Sixty years ago, when the United States led in the establishment of the United Nations, we had a vision that attracted others -- a vision of equality, justice and opportunity for all. If we lose sight of this founding principle, a principle fundamental to U.S. values, we will lose the support of other nations when we need it most. John Bolton, the Bush administration's nominee for ambassador to the United Nations, does not believe in this vision, nor in the United Nations itself -- except as an occasional prop for American self-interest. Bolton ... clearly does not understand that working with other nations increases our strength, expands our options, and shares the costs and risks...

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Informant: Thomas L. Knapp