A NATION OF KNOW-NOTHINGS
During long layovers in Europe, I’ve tuned in to the English-language broadcasts of the morning State Department briefings. Many Europeans watch these broadcasts to get the news with an American viewpoint. The fact that Margaret Tutwiler, an arrogant, combative and uninformed political appointee, is seen as a representative of our country is something we should all be ashamed of.
GARY BRILL
Hermosa Beach
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