NYT: Bush's U.N. Agenda Is Well Under Way

[Pirate Smile]

Bush's U.N. Agenda Is Well Under Way

By STEVEN R. WEISMAN
Published: August 2, 2005
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 - Now that he is finally going to the United Nations as ambassador, John R. Bolton is supposed to "provide clear American leadership for reform" there, President Bush said Monday. But American officials say much of their reform agenda at the United Nations has been accomplished during the months while Mr. Bolton's nomination languished.


John R. Bolton at the White House on Monday as President Bush announced his appointment to be ambassador to the United Nations.


"Most of the reforms sought by the United States are well on their way to completion," said a senior administration official, speaking anonymously to avoid undercutting the rationale for the Bolton appointment. Another said that because so much had been achieved, there was little concern that Mr. Bolton's combative personality would jeopardize the agenda.

Mr. Bolton arrives at a time when significant disputes, such as those involving the nuclear programs of Iran and North Korea, could well come before the Security Council for review and possible sanctions. Another key question is whether to allow one or more new nations permanent seats on the Council; Japan, Germany, India and Brazil are vying to join the United States, Russia, China, Britain and France.

While the United States supports a seat for Japan, Bush administration officials say they do not want to press for it until the other changes they have sought are put into place in September, when the General Assembly meets.

http://www.nytimes.com/2005/08/02/politics/02diplo.html?hp&ex=1122955200&en=0e36793e9b78a742&ei=5094&partner=homepage

[54anickel]

1. Sheesh, even the UN gives him what he wants. 6 major objectives

all progressing nicely under Condi. :puke:

[bemildred]

2. Bullshit. Lies and bullshit. nt

[VegasWolf]

3. Hard to blame them. What if you had to face a totally insane super power?

[merwin]

4. The UN can easily kick us out. It would be a bit of a reality check.

[VegasWolf]

5. Yes, but then the wee cowboy would have a temper tantrum. nt

[DeepModem Mom]

6. kick

[pimpbot]

7. These people are all drunk with power

Faux news anchor this morning "I dont want to dwell on the confirmation proceedings, since that is water under the bridge at this point"

ARE YOU KIDDING ME!?!? Then they poked fun at Ted Kennedy. I'm at a loss of words on this topic :(