“Entering an era of dialogue”
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Economic problems for banks and corporations abound these days. Times are tight for consumers as well, and payday loans are around to help. However, there’s an area on America’s agenda that shouldn’t be forgotten: foreign policy. In many ways, President Barack Obama is being asked to work miracles. Considering the tensions between the United States and the Middle East, it appears that he will have to work overtime.
Yet in light of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s recent invitation for Mr. Obama to be interviewed on the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), Obama and America could be receiving a blessing or a curse.
Reach out to the Iranian people
That’s how IRNA views it. Obama could mend the bridge between America and the Muslim world that former President Bush all but destroyed with his “you’re either for us or against us” position. A dialogue between nations could bring about necessary healing. One would hope, however, that the translation of Obama’s words (if he indeed appears on Iranian television) does not become a political hot point in itself.
Ahmadinejad, who no doubt closely follows what Mr. Obama says and does, opportunely timed the invitation after Obama said his administration was looking to rethink America’s relationship with Iran. Ahmadinejad said the following of this opportunity to mend fences: “The Iranian nation is ready for talks (with the U.S.) but in a fair atmosphere with mutual respect.” His plans for discussion with Obama would include “terrorism, the elimination of nuclear weapons, restructuring the U.N. Security Council and fighting drug trafficking.”
It sounds to Cash Advance Mojo like an open, civil dialogue is possible. Now if only the Center For Responsible Lending could see some of the valid points about cash advance loans. If there could be a similar open dialogue, those advocate groups would begin to serve the general public as they never have before.
Rough road, post-9/11
Former President George W. Bush’s “axis of evil” speech did little to endear America to Middle Eastern nations. Ahmadinejad hopes that can change, and Obama’s presidency could do just that. He said during his inauguration that America “will extend a hand if you are willing to unclench your fist.” Since then, he has stuck to his conviction that face-to-face dialogue will be useful.
Ahmadinejad has been cautiously optimistic. He sent a congratulatory message to Obama after he was elected which, according to reports, is the first time an Iranian leader had done that for a newly elected American president since the two nations broke contact in the 1980s for political and ideological reasons.
Better relations, better world, better budget
In many ways, improved relations between the United States and the Middle East would not only go a long way toward a safer world, but also a better world economy where free trade is vital. While this may not mean that Iranians ever decide to use payday loans (they claim religious reasons), perhaps they could come to see that these no fax payday loan products are not usury in the most traditional sense.
Related articles
- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Open to Talks With United States (takepart.com)
- Iran Ready for Talks with United States (politicalwire.com)
- Ahmadinejad: Iran ready to talk to US (guardian.co.uk)
I have to say – this sounds really good. Obama promises to be one the best presidents diplomatically that we’ve had for a while, and if we were able to establish a friendlier set of relations with the middle east there would be nothing lost by it – nothing at all.
World peace, what a wonderful concept!
Respect is huge. You need to first give respect before you can receive it. The attitude on foreign policy under the Bush administration was nothing close or similar to the definite meaning of “respect.” Obviously, that kind of attitude does not, and will not gain the respect of others. Being able to compromise and work together with other nations is of great value. America should not practice the old ways, which has clearly been proven ineffective and unrewarding. Instead of making enemies, we should be more focused on creating allies from all nations. From there, respect will absolutely flourish in almost every aspects of the earth.