I'm not demanding that ports be closed HERE... but in a post-911 world, port security is a national security priority (and one that with a GOP congress and WH, we should expect to be a very high priority).
I'm not as concerned with ports in Dubai.. and I resent that a small dictatorship should be calling the shots on OUR security..
Of course you're not; if you were, you'd find out some FACTS:
Flashback - December 13, 2004: Dubai, U.A.E., Joins U.S. Container Security Initiative (State Dept.)
and I resent that a small dictatorship should be calling the shots on OUR security..
Again proving you don't know what you're talking about.
You really need to go back and read the "lengthy paper" you poo-poo'd. It addresses exactly who is responsible for security.
Here, where you don't have to strain your eyes, I've c/p'd the portion addressing port security:
"The federal government takes the lead in protecting America's ports. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, primarily through the activities of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the U.S. Coast Guard, runs many programs to secure U.S. ports. The U.S. Coast Guard is responsible for maritime security and reviewing and approving security plans for vessels, port facilities and port areas which are required by the MTSA. Customs and Border Protection is responsible for cargo security, and screens and inspects cargo entering the U.S. through every U.S. port.
Other cargo security programs include:
-- Container Security Initiative (inspection of U.S. import cargo
by CBP prior to leaving the outbound foreign port)
-- Use of radiation detection equipment to screen for weapons of
mass destruction
-- Use of other non-intrusive inspection devices
-- Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT), which
encourages maritime stakeholders to verify their security
measures.
The Port Security Grant program and the pending implementation of the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) are also important parts of America's port security portfolio to provide layered security.
While the federal government takes the lead on waterside and cargo security, overall security is a shared responsibility with port authorities, facility and vessel operators, and state and local law enforcement agencies providing additional security. The Maritime Transportation Security Act also establishes local security committees to evaluate and make improvements in each port."
I would suggest before you start calling the UAE a dictatorship you might want to consider going to their website and reading about their system of governance.