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Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia - No Bowing

Discussion in 'Current Events' started by Steve N, May 20, 2017.

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  1. snakestretcher

    snakestretcher Banned

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    Except that it's all geo-political theater. There's nothing wrong with bowing if both protocol and the customs of the host country (Japan, for example), demand it. That, my friend, is what showing 'respect' is, and not the cookie-cutter diplomatic frippery every visiting dignitary gets, like red carpets and all the fanfares you so admire.
     
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  2. In The Dark

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    You prove you know NOTHING. You are a reflexive ideologue that assumes facts not in evidence.

    Read the sig, if possible.
     
    In The Dark, May 20, 2017
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  3. snakestretcher

    snakestretcher Banned

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    snakestretcher, May 20, 2017
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    Trump is clueless on appropriate behavior which is evident here. Typical ugly American...........Pathetic !

    All the Foreign leaders have been briefed on Trumps fragile ego....

    They are going to congratulate him on his Huge " Electoral College win........ in order to set a favorable tone........LOL !!

    You can thank President Obama for the weapons sale........However you better congratulate Trump or he'll have a meltdown....... Sad
     
    Chuck711, May 20, 2017
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    I can't believe you all still have your whitey tighties twisted over this. It sure would be nice if for once you all could make an intellectual leap and try to understand concepts more complex than beating rocks with sticks.
     
    HereWeGoAgain, May 20, 2017
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  6. Canell

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    Haha, since when the POTUS has to bow to anybody?
    Headscarfs? Do Saudi women wear short skirts and no veils when they visit the West? When they do, please let me know.

    :flowerpot:
     
    Canell, May 20, 2017
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    Smartly President Obama did the right thing with Iran. Evident of the Election Results today which resulted in a moderate Leader....

    Iran turned away from conservative party and pushing to be more accepted in the World community.

    Thanks President Obama !
     
    Chuck711, May 20, 2017
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  8. Liberty4Ransom

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    So it was just a Obama thing then. Cool.
     
    Liberty4Ransom, May 20, 2017
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    Here's more:

    https://www.aol.com/article/news/20...ocrite-for-bowing-to-the-saudi-king/22100809/

    President Trump slammed as 'hypocrite' for 'bowing' to the Saudi king
    WILLIAM STEAKIN, AOL.COM
    May 20th 2017 1:39PM
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    During a ceremony on Saturday Saudi Arabia King Salman presented President Donald Trump with the King Abdulaziz al Saud Collar, the kingdom's highest civilian honor, and people are really concerned whether or not the president bowed in appreciation.
    "Appears Trump really bowed down. Is this Making America Great Again?," tweeted one user after video surfaced that appears to show Trump bowing slightly to the Saudi King after having the gold medalin placed around his neck.

    Many were quick to point out that conservative media, including President Trump himself, criticized former President Barack Obama for bowing to the Saudi King during a foreign trip in 2009.

    "The slightest bow from Trump as he receives a medal. Conservatives were not happy when Obama did the same in 2009," tweeted AXIOS news editor Alexi McCammond‏.

    Click through the best reactions to the president's "bow" here:
    Peter W. Singer @peterwsinger
    . @DRUDGE_REPORT literally this morning:

    "GREAT AGAIN: Unlike Obama, Trump doesn't bow..."

    Oh. Hypocrite much?
    6:46 AM - 20 May 2017
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    Some are saying the president didn't bow, but instead "curtsied to the Saudi King."


    John Aravosis ✔ @aravosis
    Trump just curtsied to the Saudi Kinghttp://americablog.com/2017/05/trump-just-curtsied-saudi-king.html … via @AMERICAblog
    8:55 AM - 20 May 2017
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    "He flipping CURTSIED," wrote Market Watch columnist Brett Arends.


    Brett Arends ✔ @BrettArends
    "@Scout_Finch: @BrettArends More than a bow. He curtsied. pic.twitter.com/GoYKrAQtgs" He flipping CURTSIED.
    10:11 AM - 20 May 2017
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    Conservative media outlets, however, are claiming the president did not bow, or curtsy, with FOX News headlines reading, "NO BENDING OVER," and "Unlike Obama, Trump shakes Saudi king's hand."

    "Despite video/pics showing Trump bowing to receive gold medal from Saudi king, @foxnews has this story on on its front page," Tweeted one user pointing out the discrepancy.
     
    Space_Time, May 20, 2017
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  10. Liberty4Ransom

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    The Iranians can elect whoever they want for president, hardline religious zealots still run the show.
     
    Liberty4Ransom, May 20, 2017
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    Nope it was an idiot protocol officer in the WH.. They had Bush kissing Abdullah and holding his hand.. and they told Americans the Saudis hate the color green.
     
    Margot2, May 20, 2017
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    Saudi women have beautiful clothes from Milan and Paris.
     
    Margot2, May 20, 2017
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    SA is South Africa.. so you were in Arabia during Gulf War 1?
     
    Margot2, May 20, 2017
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    LOL!!!!

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    I also like King Salman. He published our book and hosted a trip to Arabia.
     
    Margot2, May 20, 2017
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    oh yeah, real classy.

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    [​IMG]

    wow, its like a fashion show!!!

    ;)
     
    Ronstar, May 20, 2017
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    Unless they put the medal on your neck from behind, like the Medal of Honor, then you are supposed to lower head to receive it.
     
    Voltamp, May 20, 2017
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  19. In The Dark

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    Nothing wrong at all amongst ME Kings. Dogs do it all the time. Means nothing, right?

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    Many people are saying it was wonderful that Mrs.Trump refused to wear a scarf in Saudi Arabia, but they were insulted.We have enuf enemies
     
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    If Michelle did it you'd say it was a victory for all the oppressed women in Saudi
     
    Voltamp, May 20, 2017
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    You will never see their clothing or even any shops in their malls.
     
    Margot2, May 20, 2017
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    When I was last in KSA king Salman asked us NOT to wear headscarves.
     
    Margot2, May 20, 2017
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    I don't know why Michelle wore a headscarf.. I certainly didn't when I visited King Salman. The US protocol officer is responsible.. Remember when Bush kissed Abdullah on the mouth and held hands? Poor Abdullah.. but, he was always a kind man.
     
    Margot2, May 20, 2017
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    Jews are not wanted in Saudi Arabia.

    especially not Mecca
     
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