[the_Watchman]

Read my lips: It doesn't matter if the ports deal was a security problem or this arms plant deal is a security problem. It IS a political problem since it gives the Democrats an issue where THEY look like THEY are concerned with security. Appearance DOES matter.

[the_Watchman]

BTW: I wasn't against the ports deal, but I was highly distressed by the political gains made by the Democrats due to it. I thought it was gracious of the Dubai people to back out. However, this maneuver makes me wonder if they are trying to get the President in a tight spot.

[ntnychik]

It looks like Bush is trying to lose the majority in Congress in Nov.