War on terror suffers as Trump’s America redraws its priorities
US power helped build a powerful global counter-terrorism system, but America is now retreating from its softer side – just when the world needs its leadership.
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The Tribute in Light public art installation in lower Manhattan commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, as seen from New Jersey. Most would agree that tackling the big-picture issues facing global security still requires US hard power, leverage and norm-setting, says the writer.
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It is highly unusual for United States President Donald Trump to pass up a chance to take credit, either for himself or his country.
His political brand, after all, is built in part on claiming credit for victories in which his own role was sometimes limited.