Rebuilding the United States is a cohesive, common sense based list of improvements for the United States of America. The ultimate purpose is to improve the health and success of the American Middle Class. By extension, if these goals are realized, the American Dream may once again be enjoyed by the majority of Americans, not just the elite. Some people might suggest that America is doing fine and doesn't need to be rebuilt. But, there are too many statistics, graphics, general information, empirical observations and warning signs, which conflict with that belief. And, if nothing else, I doubt many would argue that there isn't plenty of room for improvement. Please read on to see what I have in mind per our Principles and good old American common sense. We can rebuild our country for our mutual benefit, including the Special Interests, since what is best for us, the average citizens, is best for them too.

Since 2001, Congress has appropriated about $640 billion for the global war on terrorism, the majority of this for operations in Iraq. In Jan. 2007, the Pres. announced ¿The New Way Forward¿ to stem violence in Iraq and enable the Iraqi gov¿t. to foster national reconciliation. This new strategy established goals and objectives to achieve over 12 to 18 months, or by July 2008. This report discusses progress in meeting key goals in ¿The New Way Forward¿: (1) improve security conditions; (2) develop capable Iraqi security forces and help the Iraqi gov¿t.; (3) enact key legislation; (4) spend capital budgets; and (5) provide essential services. Also discusses U.S. strategies for Iraq. Includes recommendations. Charts and tables.

First series, books 1-43, includes "Notes on U.S. reports" by Walter Malins Rose.