Why aren't people giving to Pakistan?

The images of flooding coming out of Pakistan are devastating and so are reports that millions of people are homeless and about a fifth of the country is under water. But the United Nations reports that it has only collected half of the $460 million it needs for emergency aid in the area – compare that to the $13 billion raised after the 7.0 magnitude quake hit Haiti.

Aid workers and analysts told CNN there were several possible reasons that donors aren't giving:

1) The relatively low death (about 1,500 people) total hides the severity of the crisis

2) Donor fatigue

3) Concerns that aid won't get to people who need it because of government corruption

4) Fear that their aid money will go to terrorist groups.

Here at CNN, we’ve been following this angle with great interest, particularly since many of the reasons above reflect the sentiments of many of the thousands of user comments we’ve received. Here's a sampling of what people had to say. (Some of the responses have been edited for length and clarity.)

bkallday

I agree half the aid we give them will be mismanaged and most of it will end up somewhere is the Pakistani military, I say NO aid to Pakistan until they finally choose a side: aid the U.S. or help the insurgents who one day plan to overthrow your country.

robertopp200

The only positive to have emerged from WikiLeaks is that it made people realize the treacherous nature of the two-headed snake that is Pakistan. Right now, the snake is injured. The international community is foolish enough to tend to it. When the snake heals, it will bite America, India and Europe again. Leave the snake alone!

Noble9

Most of the people in Pakistan are friendly and generous. This is the time to extend a helping hand...you never know, you might make a new friend.

WhittyG

I feel bad for the Pakistani citizens suffering. It's so unfortunate that their leaders are corrupt -- they need help, but I understand the hesitation of just handing over money.

PurePhoenix1

Even though the world wants to help, it's the corrupt politicians and the military that has the last say. Aid may get there, but might be reserved for military leaders, politicians, and terrorists. Someone should just take over that country and make things right for innocent people. But hey, this world has enough war and death for that. I just pray and hope something is done to help those people in need.

JoeISP

You don't have to be close to the situation to know that Pakistan hates America and shelters Bin Laden and Al Qaeda. Nine years ago I was in lower Manhattan so I was pretty close to THAT situation, and I have no desire to send a nickel of help to the people who protect the animals that murdered 3000 of my countrymen. So take off, eh.

venurao

Don't send cash. Send food, clothing, medicine etc. My sympathies are with common people. Politicians, ISI, military, domestic and international terrorist groups have absolutely nothing to do with flood and common people. One can't change old dog's habit. Just don't get deceived again by their tricks.

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