[Logical me]

You obviously don't understand the implications. First, we have now insulted an Arabic Nation. Maybe you should look more closely at their culture. A slap in the face is very devastating..

Second, we need them. If we are ever going to win the war on terror, we must somehow create an evolution from the deep rooted ideology of the Arabs to a more understand and tolerance to Western culture. Very few Arabic countries have shown so much promise.

Third, the more economic ties we have with the Arabic nations, the more our security is guaranteed. Those that invest in us want, above all, to protect their interest. There is much more to consider, but this may have set the WOT back a few years. Wake up.

[ARCADIA]

Third, the more economic ties we have with the Arabic nations, the more our security is guaranteed.

It sure didn't help Israel with their Palestinian problem. What examples can you give for your rather impulsive suggestion?

This is a predominantly a religious and philosophical problem; the economics are not going to change any of the attitudes; and never have.

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You obviously don't understand the implications. First, we have now insulted an Arabic Nation. Maybe you should look more closely at their culture. A slap in the face is very devastating..

They can take it. They're big boys.

Global politics and global industry play hardball. Sometimes things don’t work out the way you like. You need to get over it and continue to do business.

Dubai needs our military in their ports to provide security and stability in their country. This stability allows them to make billions in tourism and banking industries.

They are not the easily bruised girly men who seem to imagine. They are not going to cry and sulk in the corner.

And they are most certainly not going to kick our navy out of their ports in a pique of self-righteous insult. There are billions of dollars on the line, and they are not as stupid as you seem to think.