There is little doubt in my mind that the GW/Rumsfeld unique brand of charm has had a negative on perceptions of the US around the World. Clinton, regardless of his cigar tricks was well received and raised US stock, especially in those countries not at loggerheads with the US in the ME. You can't please all the people all the time.
I know it is footie (so does Kev) - I was just being all international for the sake of other readers.
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