I'm really frustrated at the political exploitation of the Dubai World Ports deal to operate a few U.S. ports on the east coast. I am a vehement anti-terrorist voice, yet this sale of a ports operating company based in England to one based in Dubai, an ally in the war on terror, has fallen victim to hysteria and political rhetoric.
Will we ever smarten up as a country? Isolationism will serve the U.S. poorly in the future and in the war on terror, generally. We must protect our interests in the world, of course. But this deal does not threaten our security as long as critical security information is protected by the Coast Guard and others charge with port security.
Such a sad commentary on American politicians, both Republican and Democrat. Where is the strength of America's middle?
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