The ports deal wasn't about selling control to the UAE - it was selling power to a private business based in UAE, you've misstated that. Certain lawmakers of both parties made a poltical stunt out of it, pandering to racist and xenophobic fear with their "national security" mongering - while spooking a foreign business away from an American investment. :grumpy:
Astronuc said:
Rach3 said:It would also help, when stealing "great or greatest?" jokes from comedian Stephen Colbert, to have the decency to give him due credit. Otherwise, people might get confused as to who's idea it was.
There is no point in leaving this open.chroot said:
George W. Bush's legacy is often characterized by his handling of major events such as the Iraq War, Hurricane Katrina, and controversial appointments, such as Harriet Miers as Supreme Court Justice and the proposed UAE port deal.
The Iraq War, which began in 2003, resulted in the overthrow of Saddam Hussein's regime and the establishment of a new government. However, it also led to years of violence and instability in the region, and is estimated to have cost the United States over $2 trillion and resulted in the deaths of thousands of American soldiers and civilians.
Hurricane Katrina, which struck in 2005, was one of the most devastating natural disasters in American history. It caused over 1,800 deaths and an estimated $125 billion in damages. The response to the disaster was heavily criticized, with many pointing to government failures and inadequate aid for the victims.
In 2006, the Bush administration approved a deal that would have given a government-owned company from the United Arab Emirates control over major U.S. ports. This sparked widespread controversy and criticism, with concerns about national security and potential terrorist threats. The deal was eventually cancelled due to the backlash.
In 2005, President Bush nominated Harriet Miers, a personal friend and White House counsel, to the Supreme Court. This sparked controversy and opposition from both Democrats and Republicans, who felt that Miers lacked the necessary qualifications and experience for the position. Miers eventually withdrew her nomination.