Why are most Americans against the UAE port deal? The U.S. will still control security!?
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I think there's some serious Arab-bashing going on, and I'm just surprised that Bush is on the other side of this.  I find so few things in which to agree with him, but I believe he may be right here.\n\nI think too many politicians are using this issue to make some "hay" with the voters, and I'm pretty upset about that.  From what I know about this, there truly is no security issue involved, but there is a racial and religious one I believe.
195509
I think we are wary of muslams, it is a normal reaction to and action the way I see it. If 9/11 never happened it might be a differant story. But it did. I think to err on the side of caution is probably the right thing to do. Even though it probably doesn't matter who runs the ports.
635782
the majority of americans are oblivous to the hatred that they are engendering around the world. I lived in the US for 12 years and I know that most people I met were really generous and forward thinking people....but very self absorbed. I now live in UK and I see the US from a distance. The majority of people in the UK, supposedly America's greatest ally, find America's Foreign policy appalling and we are 'Freinds'. America may go to Iran - it has proved that from a high level it has bad judgement and...I think it would be foolhardy to beleive the politicians have learned anything from Iraq..other than a whole bunch of wealthy Republicans have made a lot of money from the conflict...and therefore more conflict will be good andmay well happen. republican governments love war unfortunately...all this balony about security is just a cover. If you live anywhere except the US you can this crystal clear...PS I love 'America' the ideal - which is what the policiticians always tap into..but America the reality is, at times, unfortunately very sinister. Take a look into Rumsfeldlds eyes some time...but don't do it for too long:-)
479608
It is probably not likely. I say this because of the countries it surrounds, but it still is possible. They have been to the UAE before, which is near some dangerous countries for Americans.
148942
Personally, I think it is a poor decision.  However, whether we agree or not, here is some logic to it.  The company is only getting a contract to manage these ports.  Even the hiring is primarily controlled by the unions and the security is controlled by the United States Government.  This company also has heavy experience in this and has demonstrated friendship with the United States.\n\nAs individuals we may not agree that this is a good decision, but cursing President Bush and defining him with expletives does little to change the situation.  If anyone disagrees, look into it and develop some facts that support your suggestions to change it.    Contact your Congressional Representatives and make your point of view known.  Develop lobbying groups in your community and have them all work together to change this situation.\n\nWithout such an effort the current situation will prevail.
1112154
I would say that the current government is definitely not what the majority of American people want.  The American system is not looking much like a democracy these days.  I would say the people that do support the actions of the current administration are mostly those that are still eating up the propaganda that they are being fed by the monstrous corporate machine to which the administration caters.  The USA is almost certainly headed for deeper sh*t than it is already in because of Bush's policies.  The idea that destroying a country, and inflicting such massive suffering on its people is making the world and the US more secure is rediculous.  All you have to do to see this is ask yourself what you would want done in retaliation for your family being killed in a bomb dropped on your home by another country's military.  This administration's foreign policy is making more people angry at the US on a daily basis.
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I'm very comfortable with it. Nothing is going to change, except a DIFFERENT foreign country will be handling the day-to-day COMMERCIAL operation of the ports. It is currently being handles by a British company. SECURITY in the ports will still be handled by the Dept. of Homeland Security (US Coast Guard and Border Patrol).\n\nWhy is everyone being so racist over this topic. It is OK for white Europeans to run the ports, but everyone seems to act like all Middle Easterners are terrorists. Does anyone remember Timothy McVeigh? He was a white American terrorist. Therefore, by the way of thinking everyone has, all white Americans must be terrorists.
790609
What a mess! USA, Saudi, Saudi, Turkey, Iran, Syria all looking to control the Iraqi oil, the US. sure has a lot to answer for, the instability is has created will cause problems for many years in the middle east, was this the intention? maybe it was, oilmen love high oil prices, arms manufacturers, and military suppliers love war. This catastrophe was predicted, but ignored. Now no-one can predict what will happen next, but you can sure there will be no peace in the region. The Bush regime will back the Saudis as they are like one big family, maybe Saudi approves/ helped develop US. policy, whatever happens the Shites will unite, and if they are bombed they'll unite more quickly. The US. will continue to guard their stolen oil fields, until their war funding is cut off, and when they are forced to leave it will be a free-for-all.
901846
well you may be right. The problem with the minds of most in the USA is that they only believe what they want to believe. They will swear it is raining when there is not a drop of rain and the sun is out. They just don't like being made out as fools. They sometimes prefer to believe a lie rather than to face the truth. \nBut on with your question, the Iraqis will never allow the US to control their oil and neither will Iran. In fact, now that the entire Middle East knows and understands the modus operandi of the US, they have no use for us except that we continue to buy their oil. A few years back while the US was in the full throes of war with Iraq, I predicted that Iran as well as Saudi Arabia and Syria would one day join hands as a solidified conglomerate of Middle Eastern power. This is happening, slowly but surely. Soon enough we will also see even Lebanon joining as well as Kuwait and Jordan. Then will come Pakistan and Afghanistan.We had no viable plan for Iraq, and it is too late to stop this oncoming Middle Eastern power base.\nOh and yes, Iran has been chanting "death to America" for several years now...but what you don't seem to realize is that other middle eastern countries have been THINKING the same thought for several years also.\nWill the U.S. invade and wage war against Iran?\nIt remains to be seen, but we should hope not. Doing so at least now in this decade would mean a world war. And it would mean the end for Israel.\nSo no. Not a viable plan. Not now.  Now five years from now.
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Emirates is a very westernized place, half of population are expats. It is essentially a model of how US wants to see the rest of Arabian world. Turning them down says "no matter how civilized you are, we still do not trust you b/c you are arabs"\n\nNot to mention that they will not run the terminals, just own a share in a British company that owns a share in US company that runs the terminals. And that "runs" means paying electricity bill for a warehouse; the security is still maintained by Coast Guard, INS, Customs.
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why do American people get so up tight when any one asks this question. it concerns them more than everyone. they might have been lied to by there government and they need to ask these questions them self's . the American people don't work for bush . bush work for the people he is paid to look after them not to lie to them . but Americans treat him like a emperor or a king . all evidence i have seen shows that there is a possibility that the government maybe involved. \nit may have been easy to hijack a few planes but how did these Arabs have the power to take over control of the air defence systems of the most power full nation in the world.\nand who gained from these acts not the American people not the Arabs ? the people in the US government have all gained AR MES OIL control over the middle east and the longer these wars go on the more they will gain.\ni sometimes see some snarly answers from some people on this site they say go back and find put on your tin foil hat. but i say they are the fools whats the problem with trying to know for sure if you have been lied to.America wake up because you are the real victims innocent people are getting murdered in your name.
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I dont blame mass majority of Americans who has been brainwashed and screwed big time by the White House, CNN and media as a whole! But then who control press/media in USA?\nThe war is superficial to begin with. I hope Americans especially those who support Republicans realize that the war is to maintain status quo of  politicians, oil-based companies connected to Bush's family!
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I quit years ago and see no value in it. The Dubai Ports deal has nothing to do with illegal domestic spying ( opposed ).\nThis question reads like a non sequitor.\n\nOn the Dubai ports deal, I find it deliciously ironic that after years of beating the drums about terrorism and 9/11 by the Bush Admin , the American public has a large number of rabid xenophobic folks that blokced this deal.\nWhat did he expect having had this thing happen in secret?
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Because America sees that saudi's are living in peace...\nand they just want to screw it...\n\njust to miss up with our religion and culture...\n\nWHY EVERY THING SHOULD BE ON THERE STANDARDS.\n\nwhat works for you may not work for others...
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We weren't.  What happened is that the British company that held the contract to manage the ports was purchased by Dubai World Imports, a port management company owned by the UAE.  This led to worries that the UAE would use access to the ports as a way to sneak terrorists into the country. Congress was simply trying to decide wether to get out of the contract and go with another company or maintain the status quo.\n\nThe ports are still owned by the United States and security is handled by the Coast Guard.  The management company only handles day to day operations.\n\nWe are looking for a management company now, because the UAE has withdrawn any claims to that contract.
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A lot of us think you're arrogant and bent on world domination. And we get most of our milk locally as we have an abundancy of farms, and we get most of our gas from Alberta.....but nice try, girl who said that.\nAnd we don't really feel indebted regarding a nuclear shield or missile defense system due to the fact we don't antagonize other countries, and therefore don't need to fear anyone. But that's what some of us think about America.\nAmericans, on the other hand, are probably fine people. The government is a few people among millions, therefore it's unfair to label each american due to what their country does. But yeah, I doubt I can intelligently enhance my argument further so I'll end here. Sorry if I upset anyone.
118973
Ok..here it is broken down. THose east coast ports were being managed via contract through an English company. That company was bought out by a larger company in the United Arab Emerates. A lot of people feel that our national security is at risk if the UAE company assumes the port operations contract previously honored by the now bought out English port company. White House tried to pull a fast one and didn't tell Congress about it initially until it was almost a done deal. There you go.