Despite appearances, the US has an almost insurmountable position in the world. So it's up to its citizens whether they want to lose it. If they retain a health

Despite appearances, the US has an almost insurmountable position in the world. So it's up to its citizens whether they want to lose it. If they retain a health dose of fear and perspective, pull their heads out of their arses, roll up their sleeves, and get to work, nobody can catch up. If they rest on their laurels, become lazy, and try to take a shortcut they will surely lose.