Andrea Martin : If Washington stood more convincingly with those who share its ideals , it would strengthen them within their revolutions . The Arab uprisings gave the U.S. a historic chance to side with freedom . Ghitis : Incredibly , the Obama administration 's response has been marked by timidity . She says in pursuit of stability , the US held its ground as Syria 's leader broke his words . Ghitis : U.S. should side more with those who share its ideals and help them in revolutions .
Andrea Martin : The Arab uprisings gave the U.S. a historic chance to side with freedom . Ghitis : Incredibly , the Obama administration 's response has been marked by timidity . She says in pursuit of stability , the US held its ground as Syria 's leader broke his words . Ghitis : U.S. should side more with those who share its ideals and help them in revolutions .