The question here is how do we wish to shape future world policing policy? So far the US is the lone ranger. This strategy does have its benefits. You do not have to consult with other states, you have the ability to act fast. Militarily this is the better way to go.
But the negatives are simply too much to list. We live it, we are way overstretched, and it is costing us big.
We desperately need to move away from the lone ranger route. So when do we do it?
Every time a crisis arise, everyone will turn to the lone ranger because that’s what they are used to. Plus, what is better than 1st rate military protection? FREE 1st rate military protection!
The only one that can get the world off its lone ranger dependency is the lone ranger himself. And this Libyan crisis is the best opportunity.
We have now set precedence with UN backing and Arab League backing. We are no longer the lone ranger. I say well done!
