Libya And Germany’s Abstention An Abdication Of Responsibility

Background

I originally posted this blog post in late March of 2011, but withdrew it later.

Germans Do Not Live Up To Their Vow Never Again (Nie Wieder!)

If any country in this world has an obligation to come to the rescue of people who are brutally attacked by their ruthless dictator it is Germany. Instead Germany’s leader choose election year tactics over responsibility.

Germany Voted With China And Russia

It is shocking and appalling, Germany still refuses to take international Responsibility. Not only was the UN Resolution on Libya very late, but Germany voted with China and Russia. Germany is not another Switzerland. German foreign policy is still conducted by talking and money, but not by action. History waits for no one!

Germany Likely Undermined NATO Decision

Given this incredible abstention, it is quite likely that Germany also delayed decisions at NATO. Why did Germany not decide to act together with France and the UK or Italy? Was Germany complicit why the US President hesitated so long? An abstention like this is an insult to Germany’s allies.

Libya Was Absolutely Critical

The case of Libya was straightforward: A belligerent, brutal dictator with a 40 year history of mayhem using foreign mercenaries to kill his people. A dictator, who incited war in neighboring countries and abroad. A dictator who frequently trained, paid, supported and who ordered terrorist attacks.

Now Syria and Iran can continue and have nothing to fear.

German Government Failed To Sense Urgency

Given the fact that the current US President is an indecisive community organizer it was upon Germany, France or the UK to show leadership and to assure all freedom loving people of our commitment.

Immediate Resignation Of The Government Government

Mr. Westerwelle it is time to resign! Ms. Merkle it is time to resign! You have tarnished the reputation of Germany and violated your oath! These two German leaders sorely lack Zivilcourage (moral courage).

Two German presidents (the Bundespraesident and the Praesdient of the Bundesbank) have already resigned!