First. Why cant we have one thread on the UAE or anything else for that matter without the darn ole Mexicans being talked about. There more threads on Mexicans on FR at times than Americans.
Second
Lets not forget our sterling behavior that contributed to 911. I know that the poor ole UAE recognized them once but we seem to for get we were quite friendly with in the 80's. Just like we still recognized good ole Hussian till the day he was bouncing terrified british kids on his knee on Tv and had invaded Kuwait. PErhaps we should all get off our high horse here. UAE folks are too thrilled with Iran. Thats the reason why "the Great Satan" has so many assets on UAE soil.
Mexicans are being talked about because opposition to that is the same as the opposition to the ports deal. We are not willing to sell out our nation's security for economic benefits, and that's the point of difference with those who support the open border policy.