Martin, if your 9:47 post is in reference to tarheel's 9:44 post, I think you're wrong. I think his comments in that post are just the opposite of anti-American as you said. I believe they are born of his belief in the GREATNESS of this nation, one that is comprised of people who are deeply compassionate and generous in their response to the tremendous tragedy that has befallen our brothers and sisters. His expression of disappointment in that initial response is legitimate. I think it's BECAUSE he believes in the greatness of this nation that he is hoping for more.

Our response to this tragedy need not be limited to initial reactions. This is an opportunity for the world to come together. May it be so.