U.S. position on Macedonia

[Prolet]

Dimko, What is your opinion on Lawrence Eagleburger?

[Soldier of Macedon]

Prolet, what's yours?

I think it's a shame that most of these 'ministers' only make such 'strong' statements when they become 'former ministers'.

[Prolet]

SOM, No US diplomat knows Macedonia better then Lawrence Eagleburger, he's always been vocal about our name, keep in mind that while he was the secretary of state our country was still under the YU regime, i think Madelaine Albright replaced him in the early 90s

[Buktop]

You can thank the US Democrats for their key role in anti-Macedonian pro-Greek involvement.

Republicans have been noticeably more supportive of Macedonian interests.

[Prolet]

Buktop, Why is that the case?

[Buktop]

Buktop, Why is that the case?

A Republican and a Democrat were walking down the street when they came to a homeless person. The Republican gave the homeless person his business card and told him to come to his business for a job. He then took twenty dollars out of his pocket and gave it to the homeless person. The Democrat was very impressed, and when they came to another homeless person, he decided to help. He walked over to the homeless person and gave him directions to the welfare office. He then reached into the Republican’s pocket and got out twenty dollars. He kept $15 for administrative fees and gave the homeless person five.

I am an independent. Though this is just my opinion, and I do not fully agree with all Republican policy, the Democrats have proven themselves to be riddled with bureaucratic tendencies. They usually support the federalization of foreign nations/exploiting minority issues in foreign policy, thereby attempting to exploit the weakness of those foreign countries. Republicans, although very military oriented, tend to support their allies, and genuinely appreciate the support of foreign nations.

I guess to put it simply, if you help a democrat, he will say thanks, praise you one moment and forget that you helped him, a Republican will remember you and will usually return the favor.

[Prolet]

Buktop, It makes sense what you say, however why is it that the Republicans always go to war? Shouldnt they be looking for peace?

What is your opinion on the current Obama Administration? They have a massive crisis with the Oil Spill and not only that things are heating up in Afghanistan with the Taliban forces.

[Buktop]

Buktop, It makes sense what you say, however why is it that the Republicans always go to war? Shouldnt they be looking for peace?

What is your opinion on the current Obama Administration? They have a massive crisis with the Oil Spill and not only that things are heating up in Afghanistan with the Taliban forces.

Republicans are more in favor of flexing their military muscles, and achieving gain through that, and it is also because Republicans are more actively business oriented, whereas Democrats are government expansion oriented. Not saying that Republicans are right by stimulating economic activity through war, but they usually produce results. To give you my full opinion on the obama administration and the oil spill, as well as Afghanistan would really take me a full novel to explain, I will tell you though, that I am not satisfied with Obama, but I would not classify his administration as incompetent.

I want you guys to watch this part of the Brooklyn Connection, particularly concerning the Albanian lobby in attempting to get John Kerry elected, and the extremely close relationship the Albanians have with Richard Holbrooke. This may explain the anti-Macedonian vision of the US when it concerns Albanians for many of you.

YouTube - The Brooklyn Connection - Part 2

[Phoenix]

...To give you my full opinion on the obama administration and the oil spill, as well as Afghanistan would really take me a full novel to explain...

Buktop, try the 25 words or less technique if you're not up to writing novels anymore...

Writing novels was never a problem for you in the past, I remember one that you wrote in an attempt to describe Macedonian constitutional law...lol

[Prolet]

Good point Phoenix

Buktop, Could you maybe give a shortened version of your opinion of the Obama Administration?

Spolaj Ti

[Buktop]

Buktop, try the 25 words or less technique if you're not up to writing novels anymore...

Writing novels was never a problem for you in the past, I remember one that you wrote in an attempt to describe Macedonian constitutional law...lol

If you think I have written novels in the past, you don't want to see what I could potentially write on the Obama administration... In fact, I could write an entire 10 part series on the Obama administration...

Well that particular novel on Macedonian constitutional law was one of my favorites. It's a pity that so few Macedonians realize the inherent flaws of the government that rules them and lack the ability to rectify those problems that have lead to our current situation...

[Buktop]

Good point Phoenix

Buktop, Could you maybe give a shortened version of your opinion of the Obama Administration?

Spolaj Ti

recovery from recession: OK

Healthcare: not good

Foreign policy: not good

Military: not good

Financial reform: so far OK but majority yet to be seen

I could probably continue the list indefinitely, but I want you to ask me specific questions, so I can give you specific answers. As an Economist, my answers are usually long and very analytical, so rather than boring everyone to death, ask me some questions that bother you.

[makalek]

Hillary Clinton with a letter congratulating Macedonia's independence

Macedonia's National Day

Hillary Rodham Clinton
Secretary of State
Washington, DC
September 8, 2010

On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I congratulate the people of Macedonia as you celebrate your Independence Day on September 8.

On this occasion, we reaffirm the bonds between our countries and look forward to deepening our partnership in the years to come. The United States is committed to promoting Macedonia’s membership in NATO and the European Union, and we will continue to help strengthen Macedonia’s multiethnic and democratic institutions in cooperation with your leaders and civil society.

I wish the people of Macedonia a safe and happy holiday. We celebrate all you have achieved in the 19 years since your independence as we work together toward a democratic, secure, and prosperous future for all our people.

http://www.state.gov/secretary/rm/2010/09/146904.htm

[UMDiaspora.org]

UMD just held a meeting with the State Department. Thank you Secretary Clinton and the U.S. for your support of Macedonia!

[Bratot]

What support she gaved us, could you be more specific?

And what kind of meeting you held, don't be so information dry, tell us who you met, where, what was the topic, some news, who was on UMD side etc. etc. ???