Decline Of America Analysis

Whether you are reading an article or book, such as The post-American World, or talking to friends, the decline of America is a common topic. According to Zakaria’s beliefs, America is not declining, although it may appear it is due to the “rise of the rest”. The rise of the rest is the steady increase of other leading countries thought to be the possible downfall of America 's leading power (Zakaria, 2012). The other countries can be increasing in any aspect, especially economics and politics, so long as they have the opportunity to surpass America. Zakaria states that the rise of the rest might lead us into a “post-American world”, one in which the United States is no longer the role model for the rest of the world. Although the name a post-American …show more content…
The strongest reason for America 's decline is our current state of politics, which Zakaria titles as “a do-nothing politics”. The idea of a do-nothing politics is described by the belief that American politicians are not actually doing anything because they can 't come to a compromise on simple issues. This state of politics is dramatically affecting our country because if our politicians can 't come to an agreement on any issue, how do we expect to advance? Another reason Americans believe the United States are in a state of decline is because of the idea of the rise of the rest. While I view the rise of the rest as having a positive effect on America, this side of the spectrum views it negatively. This side views China and India as an even bigger threat than before because they are not comfortable with the idea that they are doing better than the United States …show more content…
This way of thinking, as named by Zakaria, is titled “the rise of the rest”. The idea of the rise of the rest is that other countries are transitioning into a more powerful state that appears to surpass America 's performances. Countries that are currently impressing the world include China and India due to their rapid increase of influence throughout other rising countries, the stability of government and society, and their advancements in technology and education. The rise of the rest is generally looked at as beneficial to countries who are allied with them, therefore increasing in power is encouraged by supporting countries and not looked upon negatively by the communities. Americans who encourage the idea of the rise of the rest are supportive towards currently growing and allied countries, while the society of said growing countries are accepting of American support, resulting in a stronger bond. I support the decision in allowing other countries to rise and possibly surpass America, knowing it is beneficial to the United