Joke "Peace Index" Slams US
Well, a new peace index has come out. It's been endorsed by The Economist, as well as Sir Richard Branson, Tutu, and 20th century's best - Jimmy Carter. The index is meant to rank in order the most peaceful countries in the world, from 1 to 119. Is anyone surprised that the US came in at 96 (one better than Iran - woo hoo!)?
What's funny is looking at the top 20. 19 of the top 20 countries are either directly or indirectly protected by the US (Bhutan stands alone). The list includes 7 of the top 20 which were directly liberated by US forces during the past 65 years. Don't get me wrong - I love the fact that Norway, New Zealand, Denmark, Ireland, Japan, and Canada are so peaceful and I love all of these countries. But just pointing out the obvious (to some) - that these countries might, just might not be so peaceful if a certain country had not helped out. No?
I love international surveys! Especially those based upon UN principles!
What's funny is looking at the top 20. 19 of the top 20 countries are either directly or indirectly protected by the US (Bhutan stands alone). The list includes 7 of the top 20 which were directly liberated by US forces during the past 65 years. Don't get me wrong - I love the fact that Norway, New Zealand, Denmark, Ireland, Japan, and Canada are so peaceful and I love all of these countries. But just pointing out the obvious (to some) - that these countries might, just might not be so peaceful if a certain country had not helped out. No?
I love international surveys! Especially those based upon UN principles!
posted by pistolpete | 3:51 AM
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