I guess this is why they're called "rare" as even the sleeping giant in the US is now starting to realize the issues that come with hoarding what one needs! See article below......susan
Senators ask Obama Administration to block Chinese mining investment
U.S. senators urged the Obama Administration oppose domestic and international Chinese mining projects "until China plays fair and square with rare earth element exports."
Author: Dorothy Kosich
Posted: Wednesday , 16 Mar 2011
http://www.mineweb.co.za/mineweb/view/mineweb/en/page72068?oid=122996&sn=Detail&pid=102055