Planetary Power Politics

In the realm of power politics diplomacy backed with overwhelming military force to be unexpectedly used as a last resort are the determining factors in subduing or defeating a mortal foe. In the dangerous times that have arisen from the whirlwind ashes of 9/11 it's imperative the helm of power be in the hands of a strong leadership of Churchillian mettle and sagacity. In hard times, only hard men/women prevail.