Horrific Attacks on Mumbai

Once again the few have attacked the many. No matter the underlying feelings of self-justification, terror is not the answer to cure perceived ills.

My sympathies go to the people of Mumbai, the people of India, and the people of the world, who have come under attack while leading their peaceful lives. It is vital that good people and governments of the world come together to work toward peace and to root out those who would create havoc and destabilize nations. It is important for the United Nations truly to unite toward the betterment of humanity and for nations, including the United States, to use multilateral cooperation and coordination to improve the lives of the billions who live in poverty. Unless there is hope for better futures the world is at the mercy of terrorists.

President Barack Obama, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and US Ambassador to the UN Dr. Susan Rice will have their work cut out for them as the new American administration sets out to reinterpret America to the world and to build coalitions that foster peace.