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Bush was trusted in Europe. We never felt that he betrayed Europe. There were tough trade deals and stupid wars, but there was never doubt we could rely on the
by oaiey 9mo ago
Bush was trusted in Europe. We never felt that he betrayed Europe. There were tough trade deals and stupid wars, but there was never doubt we could rely on the US in this times. It was fine.
This started with Trump and Project 2025 and whatever the tea party mixes in there.
- chroma 9mo agoI don't think that's true. When I was in Italy in 2003, I saw plenty of anti-American and anti-Bush sentiment. eg: Rainbow flags with "pace" on them and "Yankee go home" graffiti.
- NicoJuicy 9mo agoI suppose that was after Iraq. There were huge protests against the war, but not really aimed at bush.
- oaiey 9mo agoYeah, but I can hate my neighbor for his reckless business behavior but fully trust him in saving my house if the yard burns. Trust and liking someone are very different things.