The Wikileaks collection

[Chris jM]

I was particularly impressed by the SECDEF's response that the cables largely are in line with what the overt U.S. policy is, with respect to each policy area. ...As the SECDEF stated, this will likely have little effect on foreign policy because countries do not work with the U.S. out of choice, but rather out of necessity and because it is the best choice to achieve many mutual goals.

Agreed. The quote which jumped out at me:

The fact is, governments deal with the United States because it's in their interest, not because they like us, not because they trust us, and not because they believe we can keep secrets.

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What I find most surprising and shocking from the whole incident is that any diplomatic service could be so creative, expressive and entertaining in their reporting. Using metaphors like "Robin to Batman" in official reporting is exactly what I never would have expected.