The disease of Hubris

The experience of Mr. Wolfowitz at The World Bank is a symptom of the disease called Hubris.

Like Mr. Wolfowitz, Mr. Bush’s approach to governing is to circle the wagons rather than build coalitions; they both antagonize fence-sitters by coming across as unilateralist, sanctimonious, arrogant and incompetent.

The disease of Hubris has spread across our government and poisoned our relations with others with whom we share the planet. Hubris has weakened us morally and economically. Those who have the disease of Hubris don't even know they have it.

The only cure is to rid the body politic of the disease - and its carriers must be avoided so the disease does not spread.