When did it start? 9/11 or with Republican party ruling or Democrat party ruling?
What ever it is, I feel 9/11 attack is the starting point for the downfall. First time in history, a cave-man programmed an attack on world's foremost economic, military and technology power. He proved how vulnerable the country is.
US is no different from other societies, politicians want to capture the moment for their fame and name. US has been battling several wars without any vision.
In downgrading the US to AA+, S&P’s has said that "the effectiveness, stability and predictability of American policymaking" had weakened and its confidence had reduced in America’s ability to manage its finances.
For the past few centuries America is the World's best problem solver. The back bone is its vast territory, its abundant natural resources, the spirit of the settlers (even migrated Muslim wants to live peacefully). it is that optimism which enables Americans, when faced with a problem, to throw all their resources at it; historically, to good effect. Do they still have this with the self (falsely) motivated politicians?
Can they bounce back!! take examples like scientific and technology inventions and achievements. Chances are more if they think beyond 9/11 attacks. Have to think how to prevent more attacks in in-land with their intelligence than going for one more war again.
America is not in decline but battling the slump created by unexpected situations. America has incredibly large technology and lead over other countries. Has to re-group the friendly countries (still relies on 19/20th century friends). Sell spaceships, drones Nuclear power plants to countries like India, China which can creates factory jobs. Raise the retirement age, increase the tax to rich and rich companies. An ordinary man can balance his budget but unfortunately not the politicians, Common politicians you can do much better.
Americans, no magic is going to happen, you have to Boost your self-confidence on your own. Do the right, Elect the wise to lead.
GOD BLESS ALL
