How Many Admirers Do the Houthis Have Around the World?

Like most people in the USA I do not have a good feel for public sentiment in Asia, Africa, and South America.  But I guess that the publics in these non-NATO countries admire the Houthis in Yemen for standing up for the Palestinians and for having the courage to defy American military strength.

I wouldn't even be surprised to learn that many people in NATO countries feel the same way.  They probably don't advertise their feelings.  For one thing, they have to fear the police in Trump's, neocon, kiss-Israel's-ass regime.

But quite apart from the politics and geopolitics, there is something more fundamental at stake.  I rewatched Mel Gibson's "Braveheart" the other day.  There is a recurring theme there that sits in the background a bit. 

Recall the conversation between Robert the Bruce (a Scottish hero of the future) and his cynical father:

Father (more or less): "So you admire this William Wallace?"

Robert the Bruce:  Nods yes.

Father: (He laughs condescendingly and cynically) "Uncompromising men are easy to admire.  Wallace has courage -- so does a dog."

The father recommended a completely two-faced approach.  Most of the other Scottish nobles thought the same.  They wanted to do a deal with English, because they had lands and titles on both sides of the border.

What could better sum up the attitude of leaders in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan?  They like to pretend they are sympathetic to Palestinians and fellow Muslims when they give speeches in front of their peasants.  But in reality, these leaders have been suborned by American money or arms sales.

I think that in their heart's heart, most people in the world know that their leaders are loyal only to their own wealth and power, and will say anything that momentarily sounds good.  And then they look at the Houthis and think, "These crazies aren't in it for their own comfort and safety.  They are actually serious and brave."  And thus the admiration.

Couldn't find a clip of the conversation at1:04 in the movie.