Media Matters: Top ports deal myths and falsehoods

[RobertSeattle]

Yet another outstanding summary of myths pushed by the Bushlickers:

http://mediamatters.org/items/200603030005

#1: DPW is simply "Dubai-based"
#2: There is no difference between DPW and the British company that previously managed the ports
#3: DPW decided on its own to request an extended security review
#4: The administration's review of the deal was very thorough
#5: The administration extracted "extra security concessions" from DPW
#6: Federal agencies control and conduct all port security
#7: With the Dubai Ports deal, Democrats have just discovered the issue of port security
#8: National security is a right-wing value
#9: The Dubai Ports deal is a partisan issue

[jus_the_facts]

1. Is it true that they'll own 2 military parts manufacturing plants in GA?

....this was said on AM talk radio yesterday I was told...Savage Nation I think? :shrug:

[RobertSeattle]

2. Hadn't heard that one

"Military Parts" is a pretty ambiguous term. A bolt used in a tank could be a "military part". But it could also be used in a dishwasher.

[jus_the_facts]

4. He stated that it was precision parts for tanks and aircraft....

:shrug:

[The Stranger]

3. Did Michael Weiner say Joseph Stalin is on the Board of Directors?

Leon Trotsky is the CEO?