Letter From America By Alistair Cooke: The Bush Jr Years (2001- 2004)

Alistair Cooke considers President Bush's political blueprints for his European policy discussions.

After taking a break from the news in an attempt to remain light-hearted in the face of huge world problems, Alistair Cooke reflects on his timeout, and how news reports affect a person’s psyche.

Alistair Cooke reflects on the political centrism occuring in both the US and the UK. He considers the new conservatism of the Labour party in Britain, and the differences between the Democrats and Republicans in the US.

Alistair Cooke examines how earthquakes in San Francisco are over shadowed by power problems, and reflects on President George W. Bush's reduction in foreign policy.

Alistair Cooke considers arguments surrounding the power failure crisis in California and explores the deregulation of resources.

Alistair Cooke reflects on how the credibility of the United Nations has been eroded, and how a "universal shout" of anti-Americanism has echoed around the world.

Alistair Cooke reflects on the Supreme Court and the way in which it makes its decisions.

Alistair Cooke examines the media depiction of violence and reviews the coverage of the second anniversary of the Columbine High School shooting.

Alistair Cooke considers the unfashionable problem of carbon dioxide emissions and the renewed amour for trilby wearing.

Alistair Cooke reflects on the crash landing of an American spy plane on a Chinese island.

Alistair Cooke considers Senator John McCain's campaign funding reform bill.

Alistair Cooke reflects on President George W. Bush's decision not to support the Kyoto Treaty.

Alistair Cooke considers the first two months of George W. Bush in the White House.

Alistair Cooke reflects on the foot and mouth epidemic affecting Britain, and the ban implemented by America on all living animals imported from Europe.

Alistair Cooke considers the health of the American vice-president, Dick Cheney, and wonders whether the Senate could pass President Bush's tax bill and make it law.

Alistair Cooke is shocked by the results from a national poll asking US citizens to name the four greatest presidents in American history.

The controversial Clinton exit inspires Alistair Cooke to investigate past presidents' departures from the White House.

Alistair Cooke reflects on the generations of wealthy families who prosper or loose it all.

Alistair Cooke remarks on the cynicism of old motion picture comic WC Fields and considers George W Bush's push to decentralise government.

Alistair Cooke investigates the quirky work habits of past US presidents, including Bill Clinton, Ronald Reagan and Calvin Coolidge.