I had a similar experience, just reversed. I originally opposed the port deal but changed my mind after doing some research and learning about a number of things. More information might have changed me again, after hearing Duncan Hunter this morning. Plus, I agree with Hunter on what appears to me to be common sense to reevaluate past transactions that inpact national security today.
Having said that, the animosity the issue provoked went over the line by both sides of the debate too often.
I agree...both sides were reacting quite vociferously...but, I think the name-calling was just as bad coming from the people opposed to the deal.
What did you think of Frist's statement that they need to go back and change the process....and have more "congressional oversight" on these deals???
Doesn't that put BUSINESS DEALS that involve mucho $$$$$$$$$$$ in the hands of Congressweinies that "could" be influenced???
The animosity has gotten way out of line and hasn't died down fast enough.
I honestly feel, that in the view of some FReepers here, it now marks a person as ignorant and foolish to openly love this country, to put America first.
Since I live in the most international city on the face of the earth, I do my part for good international relations every day. I want others to come to love and respect this country as much as I do. But make no mistake, it is always America First.