"While it may be true that the UAE has been an ally since the September 11, 2001, attacks, the American people know it has also harbored and aided some of the al Qaeda agents who were involved in that attack"

This quote by Bart Gordon recommends that while the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been an ally of the United States because the September 11, 2001 assaults, the American people realize that the UAE has also provided support and aid to some of the al Qaeda representatives that were involved in the strike. This indicates that the United States federal government is aware of the UAE's participation in the assault, yet has actually selected to neglect it in order to keep a strong connection with the UAE. This quote also suggests that the US government is willing to overlook particular activities in order to keep a strong connection with its allies, also if those activities are not in the best interest of the American individuals.