Me : You can manipulate a space through many mechanisms including use of artificial needs e.g. to stop a vacuum cleaner being a commodity, get people to focus on "not losing suction"
Me : Really? Parts of it might be but you really need to understand the power of lobbying, political deals, schedule control and initiation. Next you'll be telling me Angela Merkel was good for the environment.
Me : Nothing much. I find in general she has done a good job and is better than many alternatives. But in terms of environment and future pension funds .... let us say, not exactly a shining example under pressure from powerful lobbies.
Me : No. The art of politics is not "doing deals with people you like" but usually "doing deals with people you don't like". US is an important ally. POTUS is an important office. Of course he should visit.