[Alberta's Child]

I think there is a very simple explanation for this, and it goes way back before Barack Obama was even known on the political scene in this country.

The U.S. has had enormous trade deficits with a lot of countries in the Middle East, including some with radical Islamic governments. These countries send many of their dollars back to the U.S. in the form of political lobbying, support of non-profit groups, etc.

Seems like they're starting to see a return on their investment, no?

[odds]

Very interesting!
Didn’t realise or think of that..

[odds]

I mean regarding trade deficit.