When the U.S. experiences a catastrophic natural disaster, why would we reject assistance from our multinational allies?

2017-06-24T11:30:46-04:00

Response by MCPO Roger Collins made Jun 24 at 2017 11:35 AM

2017-06-24T11:35:01-04:00

The only time I recall anything, was 9/11 and the Saudi's offering $10,000 to NYC, which Juliani rejected for obvious reasons. Sure, we should accept, we spend billions assisting those in need, why hot get some payback for our largesse?

Response by PO1 Brian Austin made Jun 24 at 2017 12:36 PM

2017-06-24T12:36:48-04:00

We received dozens of offers for assistance after Katrina, mainly monetary. Some were accepted, some weren't. Most assistance came from the EU, UK, France, Germany, Canada, Israel and Mexico, that i recall off the top of my head. Many other countries also contributed supplies and expertise, including Russia and India.

Response by MSgt Jason McClish made Jun 25 at 2017 4:47 PM

2017-06-25T16:47:42-04:00

Interesting political and diplomatic question. Personally, I would reject a contribution from an ally, but I also can relate to not taking it too as we help those in need and it's very hard to come to grips that we may need help too. Probably more of a pride stature I guess. Personally, I struggle asking ask help, let alone accepting it. I'm too stubborn for my own good most of the time. Some might say the US government is too.