U.S. Signals New Era for Global Economy - washingtonpost.com

The statement signaled a recognition of a new economic era with a less dominant U.S. role. Although Obama said the United States should not miss "an opportunity to lead" the way out of the crisis, he suggested he would not be the globe's financial decider. "I came here to listen," he said, "not to lecture."

U.S. Signals New Era for Global Economy - washingtonpost.com