The war of words on this message board is incredible, never ceases to amaze me.
Aruba thrives on tourism, boycotting will make a difference. Just the several on here that "used to" or "planned to" visit Aruba but now will not .... think of the thousands across this country that are not posting on Dr. Phil that feel the same. I personally know of several families that travel together there every year but now absolutely refuse to.
Not that anyone logically thinks that will bring Natalee back, but more logically thinking that gives Aruba (and their pocket book) the message that we are ticked!
Those in Aruba want to tell you how wonderful their island is, it's so beautiful etc... that's nice, you go ahead and enjoy it. You should also get down on your knees and thank God it's not your daughter!
So many telling us we shouldn't punish the average citizen there for what has happened. To me, it involves their government officials, their law enforcement -- did you average citizens not elect these people??!
Maybe when it starts affecting these people, they will start shouting for some answers as well. I know if it was affecting my job and my family's income -- I would be!
My family will stay away as well -- from Aruba and every other island down there. There are millions of beautiful places to visit in the USA. Should we make a list?
Not to say for a minute that bad things don't happen in the USA (none of us are that naive), but this is our home.
For the most part, we support our government officials, law enforcement, etc... and if we think they are slacking and dropped the ball, we let them have it.
I have a family full of law enforcement (including 3 detectives). I can tell you that when someone goes missing here, they do whatever they can to get on it and everyone involved IMMEDIATELY. I think we can all agree that Natalee's case was botched from the get go.
When the case gets "cold", it is not just dropped here and swept under the rug. We don't hope that the parents never come knocking on our door again. Puh-lease.
I think Joran and his father and the Kalpoe brothers all know damn well what happened to Natalee, also guessing that Joran (and/or his father) got the payoff.
Carlos N Charlies most likely involved to some extent. SHUT THAT PLACE DOWN, turn the place inside out, question everyone that works there and anyone that frequents the place. Get some answers!
Do whatever it takes -- get psyhics involved, the military, whatever... but NEVER EVER GIVE UP.
Regarding sex slaves -- uhm, hello?!! How many people on here have referred to it being legal in so many countries blah blah.... KIDNAPPING AND/OR HOLDING SOMEONE AGAINST THEIR WILL IS NOT LEGAL IN ANY COUNTRY!!
I know of several US military men that have visited brothels like mentioned on the show -- although I'm sure that's not what or who is keeping them in business.
Talked with two of them yesterday -- both SICKENED to think that any one of those girls were kidnapped and/or held there against their will.
There's easily thousands of men (and women) that would volunteer to help storm places like that and save those kids.
Surely there's problems everywhere all across this world -- but we have to start somewhere. Every little bit helps. Start SOMEWHERE.
One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind!
Until their families get some real answers (and their beautiful daughters!), pray for the safe return of Natalee and Amy. Get those girls home!!!!
