U.S. President's visit to Canada

That man knows what he wants and is determined to get it. He wants America to be secure and he will do all in his power to bring this about. Protesters and demonstrations mean little or nothing to him. On his way to the Parliament buildings he could perhaps see the demonstrators and his reaction, as stated later was,"I want to thank the people who came out to wave, with all five fingers, for their hospitality."

In many ways, the President is a likeable character. He has been around a long time and from his position of power, he knows that others listen and that what he wants or expects within his administration, he gets. He is the master; almost the master of the world. He knows this, he feels this. In terms of the world political scene, where once the United Nations meant something, he finds himself in a position to not be willing to compromise on the security of the American nation. If the U.N. can't respond, he will!

There were two parts to the Presidents visit. The first was to inform the Prime Minister of future American international relations. The second was to let all Canadian know, leading to belief that America is "friendly" to Canada and Canadians. He wants much from Canada and he, no doubt, has a hidden agenda. Canda has much that he desires that goes beyond good will. In time, Canadians will learn, but it is clear to all that Canadians sleep next to a "big elephant" and must hope that if there is a "roll over", that Canada will not get crushed.

As far as Canada is concerned, although there has been an expressed interest on the part of Canadians not to become involved in a "ballistic missile defence shield", I believe the President will press ahead with this plan no matter how Canadians feel or believe. The shield will be there to defend America as has been the North American Aerospace Defence Command. NORAD has been in place for almost fifty years, since the early days of the cold war.

At the present time, it is understood that rockets are based in Alaska and California. Could it be that rockets are also stored elsewhere? That would make good sense! When it comes to the defence of America, "all is fair" and President Bush has declared that what he believes to be right, he will do it; and I believe that he will!

What Canadians fear most is having missiles in space and the possibility of "star wars". What that really means, I do not know. If anyone believes that the U.S. is doing nothing about preparations for its future defence, that person is dreaming.
One "Pearl Harbor" is enough for Americans. Any future war will be taken to other countries, to other lands.

One American President once promised American mothers that their sons would not be involved in foreign wars. No such words have been spoken by George W. Bush. American personnel have recently died on foreign soil, "in defence" of their county or in the name of "peace". As Commander-in-Chief of the American military, President Bush will have his way!

Americans are fearful of rogue states and atomic weaponry. The President is very concerned about North Korea and Iran. Those nations need to be concerned about Mr. George Bush and how he views them. They need to review what their intentions are for the future; what hopes they have for their children and their societies.

The United Nations must become more effective. President Bush has clearly indicated that he wants to see it becoming more effective and it must. There has been too much "ethnic cleansing" in our world.

Now, what was really discussed in the three hours of meeting between Mr. Bush and Mr. Martin and the procession of senior officials and advisors that marched in and out of the "private session". Very little discussion related to what both gentlemen already knew of the positions that they already held. Both were well informed before the meeting about the topics that would be touched upon. Both had their plans and positions well thought out and documented. In the final analysis what was really achieved? Perhaps the meeting was a "dress rehearsal" on the part of the President for what he will say when he meets with leaders of France and Germany. No doubt, in terms of foreign relations, President Bush has outlined the "Bush Doctrine". A doctrine that defines the American approach to terrorism and taking the war to foreign soil, a doctrine of "American security", a doctrine of peace for the United States of America.

Now, will there be any international reaction to the President's visit?