what the hell is happening
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He called on opponents to explain why they opposed a Middle Eastern firm taking over when they did not oppose a British company being in control.
"I am trying to conduct foreign policy now by saying to the people of the world, 'We'll treat you fairly'," he said.
"It would send a terrible signal to friends and allies not to let this transaction go through," he told reporters.
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Bush threatens veto in ports row