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I'm curious...
... I just got blocked from the Hillary group for what I THOUGHT was a fairly innocuous comment, given the vitriol directed at Bernie supporters in that thread. They certainly seem to be an touchy bunch. If they have no desire to interact with Duers who might have a differing viewpoint, why do their threads appear in Trending Now or Greatest Threads, which kinda invites others to comment, doesn't it?
Clinton supporters claim that Sanders supporters are always saying terrible, no-good, horrible things about Hillary, but I have yet to see anything like the malice they say is "all over DU." I certainly wouldn't contribute to it, and I said as much in my comment. Or am I missing something here?
I've never met Hillary, but I have met Bernie, and I've spoken with him a few times on VPR call-in shows. I've joined him on one of his birthday cruises on Lake Champlain, though I missed the last one Because of one of those "I thought YOU ordered the tickets!" scenarios. Oh well...
I've followed Bernie for 35 years, and the only time I've disagreed with him is regarding the deployment of the F-35 in Burlington. Once in 35 years? They ain't NOBODY with that good a record in my book! Hell, I've disagreed with MYSELF more times than that!
I was born during the Truman administration, and for my money, Bernie's the best presidential candidate there has been in my lifetime, and that's including all of the Kennedys.
Any and all insights are welcomed.
TOON: Republican Promises Revisited
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Senator Heinrich TOTALLY gets it...
... and he specifically encouraged people to copy and disseminate it. So, here.
Iran deal is a historic opportunity
By Sen. Martin Heinrich / Democrat, New Mexico
Thursday, July 30, 2015
In the first decade of this century when we were entangled in the War in Iraq, Iran’s nuclear program surged ahead rapidly, adding thousands of centrifuges, building complex nuclear facilities and stockpiling highly enriched uranium.
In the absence of real negotiations and before the most recent sanctions, Iran built a nuclear infrastructure that went from 164 centrifuges in 2003 to 19,000 centrifuges today and included large quantities of 20 percent enriched uranium that could quickly be enriched to weapons grade material.
When evaluating the deal we achieved with our allies and partners to prevent Iran from being able to build a nuclear weapon, context, data and details like these matter. Perhaps the most critical data point: Without a deal, Iran could acquire enough highly enriched material for a bomb in 60-90 days.
With a deal, Iran must reduce its stockpile by 98 percent. It must cut its number of centrifuges by two-thirds. And it must allow 24/7 inspections and continuous monitoring of its nuclear infrastructure.
Further, a mechanism is in place that will allow inspections of sites should we suspect covert action being taken to build a bomb anywhere else in Iran.
This accord breaks each path to a weaponized nuclear device, including any potential covert effort. We should welcome each of those developments as major steps toward regional and international security.
I have studied both the science and the politics of the nuclear-age world we live in from an early age. I grew up listening to my father, who served in the Navy in the ’50s, tell what it was like to watch a nuclear blast firsthand and to see the formation of a mushroom cloud over Enewetak Atoll in the Marshall Islands. While studying engineering at the University of Missouri, I worked at one of the largest research reactors in the United States. More recently, I have seen the centrifuges dedicated to the peaceful production of nuclear energy, which are housed in New Mexico.
In the House and now on the Senate Armed Services Committee, I have served on the Strategic Forces Subcommittee, which sets policy on non-proliferation and our nuclear deterrent. I also serve on the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, where I have received numerous briefings on Iran’s nuclear program and capabilities. So I am well acquainted with the steps necessary to successfully construct a nuclear weapon and to detect such activity.
The comprehensive, long-term deal achieved last week includes all the necessary tools to break each potential Iranian pathway to a nuclear bomb. Further, it incorporates enough lead time so that, should Iran change its course, the United States and the world can react well before a device could be built; a scenario I hope never occurs, but one that leaves all options on the table, including the military option.
Many of my colleagues in the Senate will object to this historical accomplishment, saying that we could have done better. However, they fail to offer any realistic alternatives.
The only concrete alternative, should Congress reject this deal, comes from my colleague, Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas, who has suggested a military strike.
While the military option will always remain on the table, it should remain our absolute last resort. Our military and intelligence leaders have looked at the potential repercussions should a military conflict with Iran occur. That path would provoke retaliation and very likely lead to a nuclear armed Iran in a matter of just a few years.
For too long, our country has been engaged in military conflicts that have cost our nation dearly in blood and treasure. We must always be ready at a moment’s notice to defend our country, our allies and our interests, but we must also be willing to avoid conflict whenever a diplomatic option is present and possible.
I am optimistic this accord is in the best interest of our nation and our allies. I am still deeply distrustful of Iran’s leadership. But, to make peace, you must negotiate with your enemies.
Any deal with Iran will not be without risk, but the risks associated with inaction are far more dire. This deal sets the stage for a safer and more stable Middle East, and a more secure United States. We must seize this historic opportunity.
How can a rational -- or honest -- person disagree with this?
TOON: Republicans' Epiphany
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Phantom commercials
Quite often recently on DU, I have been suddenly accosted by the audio for a commercial - no video anywhere to be seen - for some cell phone provider. I cannot find a way to turn the damned thing off other than turning down my speaker. I understand the need for ads - I work in advertising from time to time and have done so since the mid-sixties - but this AIN'T consensual, and I don't like it. I'm sure you've heard from other DUers regarding this invasion. What's the story?
TOON: Schumer has loyalty issues
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TOON: Huckabee talks WAR
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