John Kerry

This is one of the side effects of the internet. This perception of intimacy and closeness to political figures and celebrities empowers us to speak to, and about them on an equal footing.

Some carry this too far, believing themselves smarter than the experts. I read several posts demanding the release of classified information. That defies all logic. There is a reason certain information is classified, and it is not because "They" are trying to hide something from us.

I saw some of the interview as clips were posted here. (we have no cable tv at the moment. Furlough financial pains, but that's another story). I honestly couldn't understand the outrage and claims that JK appeared crazy and angry. He actually sounded pretty reasonable, provided all their intel is correct. As to his appearance that so many are up in arms about - he actually does look like he is battling an infection with prednisone. I would guess a sinus infection, because one side of his face and that eye looked a bit swollen. But how is that relevant to the discussion?

That said, I'm still opposed to an intervention. Not because I doubt the veracity of the intel, but because there is no clear exit strategy, and because the unintended consequences could far outweigh any good a strike would do.