The United States, as the only superpower in the world, is playing the roles of savior, policeman, economist, and diplomat. Our nation has always been viewed in these roles and this has not changed since 9/11. Unfortunately, many who envy our nation, our freedoms, our power, and our wealth have bombarded the media with verbal attacks to denigrate us as a nation. Wherever there is trouble or a natural disaster, one of the first questions is, “Where are the Americans?” I believe our role in the world should be reduced and prioritized. We need to play the role of rescurer when disaster hits; however we need to also stop being generous to those who wish to destroy us.