Big Step in Defense

The United States has once again begun to sell arms to Bahrain.  Though regarded inappropriate and dangerous and unpopular move by some, this points to progression.  This act points to things getting better in Bahrain for its people, things getting better in the Bahrain-US relationship.
Would the United States give weapons to countries that seek to harm and kill their people?  Or would the US give weapons to people that seek to use them to usurp power for tyrranical purposes?  I sure hope not.  That's why this is such a positive sign.  The Bahraini police have received a lot of criticism for the way certain events have been handled lately.  Some say it was because of power, fear, or other emotions.  Because of that, the US hasn't sold arms to Bahrain for a period of time.  But that has now been lifted, obviously with careful restriction and vigilance on the side of the United States.  Bahrain will not be able to buy weapons that can be used against protestors' strongholds.
But since they are selling them some help, it tells Bahrain, and the world, that the US trusts them.  The relationship between these two countries is well known by many for its importance.  The US have a very important and strategic naval fleet there, protecting the Strait of Hormuz and keeping a close eye in Iran.  There is a Free Trade Agreement between the two countries.  There is so much riding on this relationship, and this good faith gesture from the United States will surely be received in good faith by Bahrain, who will no doubt honor the restrictions and show the world that they care about their people.

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