CarolC, you might want to have a look at these sites regarding US aid to Israel:


http://www.csmonitor.com/2002/1209/p16s01-wmgn.html

http://www.wrmea.com/Washington-Report_org/www/backissues/0496/9604007.htm

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/business/2627561.stm