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In reply to the discussion: So here's where I'm the unpopular dove [View all]BainsBane
(53,056 posts)26. I agree there is no good solution
and I too am troubled by the use of chemical weapons. But will military strikes help the situation? That, I'm not convinced of, particularly since US allies and parts of the military leadership have so many reservations.
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I just wonder how killing more Syrians is going to stop them from killing Syrians
liberal N proud
Aug 2013
#2
If we want to degrade it we can have Miley Cyrus twerk their air force
The Straight Story
Aug 2013
#8
And there it sits, your level of thoughtfulness and respect. A thread about horrific things and of
Bluenorthwest
Aug 2013
#18
I had seen that earlier, and the guy on the second page I think said it best
The Straight Story
Aug 2013
#12
Is chemical weapons your tripping point? Is is ok to stand by and watch a government
rhett o rick
Aug 2013
#66
And a plan for protecting the Christian/Alawite/Kurdish and other minority populations
MNBrewer
Aug 2013
#37
Agreed...my major objection here is that a policy of intervention doesn't promise any results
alcibiades_mystery
Aug 2013
#36