Discouraged

Of course, the newspaper only confirms what we already know: the rift between the US and Europe is increasing. Consider this, from reputable studies, summarized today (here) in the IHT:



76% of Europeans disapproved of current American foreign policy

47% of Americans disapproved of the way GWB was handling international relations



Both unions – the European and the American one – agree that terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction are a major threat facing societies. However:



28% of Europeans believed that military strength is the best way to ensure peace

54% of Americans believed that military strength is the best way to ensure peace



When asked whether a war can be just:



41% of Europeans said yes

82% of Americans said yes.



And yes, Poland was part of the European sample, otherwise the divide between the US and the EU would have been even greater.