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Originally Posted by Brujah
United States: "By the end of 2009, the economy grew at its fastest pace in more than six years, even though many businesses put the brakes on hiring."
Israel: "Unlike other markets, the story in Israel wasn't about rising real estate values or credit, but about gains in technology, which some say will help lead the country to continued economic growth."
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From the Wikileaks cables:
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In an August 17 meeting, Israeli Mossad Chief Meir
Dagan thanked Under Secretary Burns for America's support of
Israel as evidenced by the previous day's signing of an MOU
that provides Israel with USD 30 billion in security
assistance from 2008-2018.
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So why exactly is the US giving so much money to Israel?