Global Islamic Sites to Get American Facelift

The United States is donating nearly $270,000 this year to restore five Islamic sites as part of a worldwide project to support a global cultural facelift, according to The Associated Press.
The five Islamic projects include:
·         16th century Grand Mosque in Tongxin, China,
·         18th century Golden Mosque in Lahore, Pakistan,
·         19th century minaret in the ancient Mauritanian city of Tichitt,
·         Sundarwala Burl -- a 16th century Islamic monument in New Delhi, and
·         18th century Gobaruau minaret in Katsina, Nigeria.

“Cultural heritage serves as a reminder of historical experiences and achievements of humanity,” said Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in announcing the 2010 projects last month. “Ancient structures and objects offer important lessons for us today.”
Nearly $6 million is being allocated for some 63 sites in 55 countries around the world. A total of $26 million has been spent on 640 cultural preservation projects in more than 100 countries since the birth of the program.
Why is the American Taxpayer being robbed to pay for "cultural preservation projects" in other countries?  $26 million would go a long way in preserving American families.