Where the American help came from in the Chilean Mining Disaster.

American help in the Chilean mining disaster came from American companies on their own initiative doing work in the region. Obama and the administration did nothing, apparently not even by sending an inquiry. The Chilean president, in his speech after the last miner was out, Thanked God for His help and the people for their prayers. He thanked all the offers of help from governments around the world, first, from all the nations of South America, then the NAFTA partners of Canada, Mexico, and even mentioning Great Britain, and Israel by name. There was one glaring omission - the United States. Maybe Obama was offended when previously Chile graciously said thanks but we can take care of the earthquake relief ourselves. One less opportunity for a photo-op showing his magnanimity. He did praise the Chileans as part of a speech on another matter.