He’s been happy to use the military, but only when American troops can be kept out of harm’s way.
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What Happens If There’s a Split Decision in Congress on Syria?
Right now it looks like the most plausible scenario. What would the administration do?
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Iraq Is Still Burning
We have the luxury of not paying too much attention, but the levels of violence there are staggering.
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The Fundamental Problem with the Argument for Airstrikes
Questioning Nicholas Kristof’s take on SyriaÂ
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The Syria Debate Is Very Good for Some People
Republicans and Democrats alike are enjoying some time in the spotlight for their very enthusiastic opposition to airstrikes in Syria.
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Obama Punts to Congress on Syria—and Scores
Why the president has far more success showing off his leadership skills in foreign policy than domestic politics
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Obama Administration Failing (So Far) to Convince the Public On Syria
We’re starting an extended period of public deliberation. Are opinions likely to change?
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Information Sharing Is Caring
Why Obama and Congress need to talk it out on Syria.Â
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Leave the Munich Pact Out of This, John Kerry
The secretary of state’s comparision of U.S. inaction on Syria to Europe’s failure to stop Hitler in 1938 is counterproductive fearmongering.
