The goal, I submit, is obvious: subjugating the world (which is barbarian, dangerous, envious and ungrateful) to US power for the sake of America's interests.
In dancing with the enemy one follows his steps even if counting under one's breath.
I came, I saw, I was confused.
Americans have mastered the art of living with the unacceptable.
Even ivory towers need central heating.
In reality the workings of your governing system are opaque and covert, while hiding in the chattering spotlight of an ostensible transparency, even though the ultimate objective is clear.