Thread: A U.N. evolution...A U.S. devolution?

While remaining quite mum on his position in regard to Libya prior to the U.N. decision, Obama backs a U.N. directive to implement a no-fly zone over Libya. If I understand correctly, the U.N. is open to using air and ground forces to in effect render Gaddafi (whom I'm convinced is Gene Simmons long lost brother, but that's another topic) powerless and the rebels victorious.

I always thought the U.N. considered itself a peacekeeping outfit stepping into situations where armed conflicts had ended (to prevent a resurgence) or to ensure that peace treaties were adhered to by both sides mutually agreeing to such treaties?

The recent directive by the U.N. seems to me to be a departure from the way it's acted in the past. In my opinion, it seems the U.N. in the Libya conflict is initiating a flex of its muscle. Conversely, it seems as though Obama has devolved U.S. security initiative in this case to the U.N.

Maybe I'm reading too much into this? Maybe Obama feels that the time for global governance via the U.N. is now?

My gut tells me that something has changed here. Also, the U.N. must have changed something since I believe the U.N. Security Council's five permanent members (UK, US, France, Russia & China) must all agree on any action, actions other than observation, etc. I don't think Russia or China agreed to the no-fly initiative. I'm confused. if something has changed with this new action, almost assuredly it will pass by and evolve without any real concern or debate among the American people.

Any thoughts? I welcome hearing from anyone who may very well believe that the planet SHOULD be governed by a single body such as the U.N. and individual sovereignty should be done away with.

Chris L