Originally Posted by raymr

Dozens of countries are offering money, equipment, oil, and services to help with the Katrina disaster. Articles I've read say the White House has not decided whether to accept any offers.

To me it would seem pretty arrogant to turn anyone away, especially countries we have supported and helped in the past. Isn't that what a "global community" is all about? Should we be paranoid and assume these gifts come with strings attached?