Eagle's Shadow

In his book, Mark Hertsgaard scratches the surface on what exactly are the differences between America and Americans. Hertsgaard eloquently exposes the truths behind our foreign policy that have all too often been swept under the rug. Through his book, he makes it clear that the actions of our country, do not always portray the actions or feelings of its citizens. In fact, he gives countless examples of the obliviousness of events that have occurred throughout the world in the name of our country. Although it may be hard to swallow, our country is not always honest with its citizens and has taken action in the name of America without consensus of the nation. As a result, the reputation and definition of what exactly it means to be an American is often permanently tarnished.