Alternet September 14, 2001 by Stephen Zunes [source]
The tragic events of September 11 have brought out both the best of America and the worst of America. The former is represented by the heroism of the rescuers, the thousands of people lining up to donate blood, and the response of the religious community through prayer vigils and memorial services. The latter is represented by the jingoism, militarism and xenophobia exhibited from the street to the talk shows. Early indications are that U.S. foreign policy in the aftermath of the attacks is going to be most effected by the latter…