In Dubyah's Right Hand: A BIG STICK
In Dubyah's Left Hand: A BIG CARROT
The author is myopic and can only look at one of our President's hands at a time. His conclusions are false and not in keeping with US History and the supply of post WW II Europe,Japan, S. Korea, China and Vietnam with massive , sea shipped, produce and food. Thats what the P&O/Dubai deal is about.
We have given Islam the gun, and now we bring them into the 21st Century with butter and consumerism. Peace will be the result, just like in all the other historical cases.
Our economy and wealth will increase substantially. The Dims know this and this explains how the DIMS have suddenly gotten religion on National Security, whereas a month ago Murthra was screaming that we must pull out our troops.
The President is right on this policy amd Rush Limbaugh knows it too. Time to support our Pres and what he said in his State of the Union Address: [http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/01/20060131-10.html] Quote: "...........In this decisive year, you and I will make choices that determine both the future and the character of our country. We will choose to act confidently in pursuing the enemies of freedom -- or retreat from our duties in the hope of an easier life. We will choose to build our prosperity by leading the world economy -- or shut ourselves off from trade and opportunity. In a complex and challenging time, the road of isolationism and protectionism may seem broad and inviting -- yet it ends in danger and decline. The only way to protect our people, the only way to secure the peace, the only way to control our destiny is by our leadership -- so the United States of America will continue to lead. (Applause.)......." UNQUOTE. Perhaps some might say that Dubyah's timing for this is premature, but I do not think so. He has two years to make it begin to work. I think it is a good call and in keeping with our history as a benefactor to much of the free world. Besides, many Americans will become quite wealthy in the process. We might consider thanking our President for his vision, IF this is indeed the direction we are proceeding in.He is a "World Playah". If this is what he is up to, I support him 100% as long as our Coast Guard and Customs officials are given the resources to handle the job. Thank you Mr. President! 