The Saudis oppress their people and expect visitors to look the other way » Spectator Blogs

' Saudis who espouse human rights and secular ideals can hang (often literally) if the trade-off means our short-term goals are secured. We betray progressives and empower reactionaries. Should we really then be all that surprised if more people embrace radical jihadist narratives which advocate change through violent means?'

http://blogs.spectator.co.uk/coffeehouse/2013/03/the-saudis-oppress-their-people-and-expect-vistors-to-look-the-other-way/