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jwirr

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2. And that is what he is asking for. Edited to remind people that what President Obama is asking for

Reply to still_one (Reply #1)

Tue Feb 10, 2015, 11:10 AM

Feb 2015

is what the Constitution calls for. He is asking for Congress to take a stand just like FDR did after Pearl Harbor. It is the Congresses job. He is using bushies old permission slip while this Congress sets back on their heels and watches.

As to what I want them to authorize. I want specific actions and time limits not unlimited power. He can always come back to them for more if it is justified.

Unlimited power to wage war? Never.

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Should Congress authorize President Obama to fight ISIS? [View all] DemocratSinceBirth Feb 2015 OP

The ME countries need to be responsible for it. However, I believe we should provide support in the still_one Feb 2015 #1

And that is what he is asking for. Edited to remind people that what President Obama is asking for jwirr Feb 2015 #2

Thanks for pointing that out still_one Feb 2015 #3

Yes, if only to rein him in Proud Public Servant Feb 2015 #4

Notice dude on right Caretha Feb 2015 #5

They're stunningly crisp aren't they? If you're looking for ISIS look close to professional cleaners TheKentuckian Feb 2015 #6

I'm not really looking for them Caretha Feb 2015 #7