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CNN:http://www.cnn.com/2006/POLITICS/02/21/feedback.ports/index.html

CNN) -- A proposed business deal that would turn control of six U.S. ports 
over to an United Arab Emirates-based company has raised security concerns 
among some lawmakers. CNN's Jack Cafferty asked viewers of the "Situation 
Room" what they thought. Here is a selection of their responses, sent in by 
e-mail: 

Ask the families of our war dead if they think we should hand over security 
of our ports to a foreign government. The very idea of it is obscene. And 
Mr. Chertoff, our brave troops aren't making those sacrifices to 
protect "robust trade." You shouldn't be in charge of a neighborhood watch 
if you believe half of what you say.
James, Fayetteville, North Carolina

You got it wrong, Jack. The #1 priority of the Bush regime since 9/11 has 
been to promote the illusion of safety. The hypocrisy is so transparent 
even Bush's puppets are finally seeing the treasonous sellout of our 
country for the crime it is.
Toni, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

The impending sale of the ports to the Arabs is proof positive that the 
administration is pouring water on our shoes and telling us it's raining. 
It's also evidence that a deal has been cut somewhere. I just don't believe 
they are that stupid. Then again, I could be wrong.
John, Jacksonville, Florida

It's hypocritical and appalling to talk about national security and then 
sell off control of vital US ports to any foreign country, especially a 
Muslim one.
Justin

I used to think President Bush should be impeached. I think now, he needs 
to be committed! There is no end in sight to the insanity of this 
administration.
Evelyn, North Carolina

Isn't this port situation like McDonalds hiring Burger King to run their 
business?
Charles, Fort Wayne, Indiana

You have got to be kidding me. Our government has not learned a thing from 
9/11. Shame on all of you that are making this happen!
Mark, Baytown, Texas

If they want to have foreign companies do security in our ports, they need 
to have the standards as our TSA -- U.S. Citizenship.
Linda, Port St. John, Florida

Outsourcing has gotten out of hand. This latest situation is insane! Why 
don't we just give them the keys to the White House?
George Townsend, Bradford, Vermont

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