How not to be taken seriously

It is rather amazing to some that our foreign policy, national security policy, and diplomats aren't taken seriously around the globe.  Need we really wonder why?

A juvenile and cutesy prop by Secretary of State Clinton (the now infamous"Russian reset" button):

An equally juvenile and unfathomable display by Secretary of State Kerry (bringing an entertainer to sing "You've Got a Friend" and the undiplomatic, uncomfortable hug):

Neither symbolic nor appropriate, both displays embarrass the nation and convey clearly that this administration is clueless when it comes to foreign policy.  When the nation's top diplomat is the perpetrator of the displays, it does not bode well for the serious work all of our diplomats must undertake on a daily basis.

I, for one, am significantly concerned that our foreign policy is being managed by those not equipped to do so.  

I remain equally concerned the world no longer takes our foreign policy, national security policy, or diplomats seriously.