I think the Somailan Pirate attack on a US Merchant Ship in the Indian Ocean presents a watershed moment for the Obama administration. Here's is a chance for the US to respond with devasting force to rid the world of a widely recognized problem. Gloucester residents sympatico with problems at sea are particularly focused on this distant drama. President Obama - please act swiftly and forcibly to destroy the Somailian Pirates. The World will applaud you! The very core of our national identity is  tied up with Thomas Jefferson's decision to not pay tribute to the Northern African pirates See: http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,994562,00.html    This is a perfect opportunity to be strong with minimal negativety.