The World Disrespects Obama

President Obama yesterday offered an insight into his legendary self-absorption and narcissism. He told a group of young people from Asia, “People don’t remember, but when I came into office, the Untied States in world opinion ranked below China and just barely above Russia, and today once again, the United States is the most respected country on earth.”

Mr. President, I have news for you. Your presidency is an object of our enemies’ scorn and derision, one that is neither trusted nor respected by our friends.

By emboldening adversaries, undermining allies and diminishing our country, you have also made America far less respected. Let us pray that, by reversing such policies, your successor will be able actually to restore her to the standing she deserves – and that you falsely claim you have achieved.