[elmer fudd]

Yet I must say that I´ve always felt as if American leaders have been saying to us , "OK - we´ve recognized the independence of Israel, but we didn´t really mean that you be independent. We will tell you when and how you can defend yourself, and where you may establish Jewish communities in your own country."

We have the right to tell the Israelis how and when to defend themselves because we pay their tab. Money always comes with strings attached.

[Angelique]

Although we give a billion more to Israel compared to Saudi Aribi, if one adds all arabic donations from the US, it would far exceed 3 billion.

[TopQuark]

Money always comes with strings attached. Very interesting. Have you heard of gifts?

I am sorry you hang out with terrible people who led you to believe such a terrible thing. In the rest of the world, people do extend and receive gifts and help.