Number: RL32577 Title: The United States and Europe: Possible Options for U.S. Policy Authors: Kristin Archick, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: This report assesses the present state of the U.S.-European relationship and the reasons for current frictions. To stimulate debate and for the purposes of analysis, it also offers a spectrum of possible options for U.S. policymakers in considering the future shape of the political and strategic dimensions of the transatlantic partnership. Pages: 24 Date: January 23, 2006