The only thing it would prove pointless is mindless preeminent warfare. I'm for democracy in other countries, but think about it... What if, let's say Canada started using shock and awe tactics against Washington D.C, New York, Seattle etc... And started flying the Canadian flag everywhere, all for the purpose of spreading their political ideals to us and saying we'd be better off. It wouldn't matter what the hell they were spreading, you'd fight to the death to save this country! Wouldn't you!?! So don't you think, though it would maybe take a little more time and patience, it would be a lot better with the world platform we have right now in the world, to spread the understanding of democracy and American values with a good example of generous humanitarian and peacekeeping efforts, rather than shoving it down peoples throats with bombing campaings and military interventionalism? (Sorry if there are typo's, I had to type quick)