Nuance?

America has developed a fear attitude that has surrounded and influenced foreign policy and international relations. America, especially during the Bush regime, encouraged and created an atmosphere of political fear that enabled Pakistan and other countries to use that very atmosphere against her. Reaction rooted in religious dogma, concentration on military might and a disregard for intelligent approaches has given President Obama many unnecessary hurdles. If coolness and determined thought had prevailed after 911 a consistent and smart foreign policy would have been developed. Military might, rendition, secret prisons, torture and the Patriot Act served only the interests of a government controlled by old men determined to prove America's domination.
The fundamental motivating factor of the foreign policy adopted at that time has proven disastrous and nonsensical. The fiscal catastrophe it created is for another blog. The US, under the rule of Bush damaged America more than anything else in her history. President Obama has been somewhat successful in his attempts to reverse that inept and misguided direction. Now, more than ever the 'Great Satan' must change and progress its direction in the Middle East and North Africa. The time for bully pulpits and absolute support of Israeli attempts to 'cull' the Palestinian problem must be reversed immediately. Unconditional rigid unwavering support for what Israel does, must stop.
A new approach is necessary and it must be developed thoughtfully with equity, honesty and open consideration for both sides. The historical approach has not and will not ever be successful and in fact is responsible for the atrocities Israel has committed against the citizens of Palestine and Lebanon. The world is changing and the Muslim world is maturing into democratic governance. Once such has been achieved the people of Egypt, Libya, Syria, and others will be empowered with confidence and will affect the foreign policies of their countries. If the inequity does not stop now I suspect greater turmoil, more hatred and increased abilities to challenge Israel will evolve quickly and with determination.
Unless America takes effective and intelligent new approaches to peace certain disaster will loom. Palestinian supporters are going to achieve their voice and ability to challenge the status quo. Rather than continue with reactionary policies and tired dogma the US must develop a new policy and must be determined to see it through to its end. If Israel is permitted to continue its existing policies and practices against Palestine and Lebanon the people of the region will rise in protest. Their numbers alone are worthy of deep consideration.
Israel can be controlled by US fiscal and foreign policies that are progressive, fair and speak to the needs of both peoples.
If America wants to remain a leader in world affairs and if America wants a restored respect it must alter its existing approaches. Stand up for what is right and condemn what is wrong. Do so publicly and with strength as a respect will evolve amongst all peoples involved thus creating a new atmosphere of trust and perhaps an inclination to compromise will emerge. If America does not develop an honest, fair and believable set of policies the outcome may not be to her liking. Invigorate your foreign policy in the region and welcome new and fresh ideas by following a renewed approach that does not include only support for and defense of Israel.
Get in touch with the world community and open your eyes to a more considered and equitable policy. When Israel does something wrong and inappropriate stand up and say so. Show the world that America is a fair broker of peace and will attempt to resolve the long standing quagmire it has created in the region by its unwavering and unconditional support for anything Israel does. Doing otherwise has and will continue to prove disastrous. It is time for real change because ignoring the realities of the region will  haunt America and the world.