Jim Rosenthal
Supporter
I think that the single best reason for NOT getting involved in the Syrian civil war by bombing Syria is that we aren't certain what happened and furthermore we can't mount an effective strike. I am inclined to agree with the string-pulling theory, which over here we call getting your chain jerked. As in your master is on the other end.
Much of foreign policy has to do with respect and how big your balls are perceived to be. I think our most recent presidents have suffered from the perception that they don't have big balls, and I think some of that perception is correct. As bright as Obama may be (and I think he's a smart guy) I think he's painted himself into a corner on this one.
I think there are other ways to intervene in the Syrian conflict, far less visible ways, that would be much more effective. I think cruise missiles are not the answer.
Much of foreign policy has to do with respect and how big your balls are perceived to be. I think our most recent presidents have suffered from the perception that they don't have big balls, and I think some of that perception is correct. As bright as Obama may be (and I think he's a smart guy) I think he's painted himself into a corner on this one.
I think there are other ways to intervene in the Syrian conflict, far less visible ways, that would be much more effective. I think cruise missiles are not the answer.