A Chequer-Board of Nights and Days

Really, this is embarrassing stuff, even when one considers that it is Rich doing the writing. It shows no understanding whatsoever of the nature of international competition, the state of affairs in China, how China will be able to compete in and influence the world or the underlying strengths that continue to buttress America even in tough times.

Oh, and by the way, the Chinese had to cheat in order to win the women's gymnastics gold medals by misrepresenting the ages of several of their competitors and when the overall medal count is considered, the United States total beats China's total. Of course, none of this information is found in Rich's column, but then, no one should be surprised that Rich won't let facts get in the way of his nonsensical rants.