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Is Punitive Action against Syria Justified? Is It Legal?
Would a "limited" US attack against Syria for the alleged use of chemical weapons do more harm than good? The debate is raging in Washington, the UK and the Middle East.
By Warren Olney • • 51m ListenWould a so-called "limited" US attack to punish Syria for the alleged use of chemical weapons do more harm than good? We hear about a debate that's raging in Washington, among America's allies and in the Middle East. Also, do grass roots Republicans like Obamacare after all?
Banner image: UN chemical weapons experts wearing gas masks carry samples collected from an alleged chemical weapons attack while escorted by Free Syrian Army fighters in Damascus August 28, 2013. Photo: Mohamed Abdullah/Reuters
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3 storiesBritish Parliament Debates Military Strike on Syria
With no chance of support from the UN Security Council, President Obama wants allied support if he decides to punish Syria with military action.
Read the story7 minIs the White House Playing a Waiting Game?
US plans to punish Syria with military action may be on hold for the moment. President Obama says he has not made a decision, and Republicans and Democrats in Congress are demanding a consultation. Last night, on the PBS News Hour, the President discussed the possible consequences of the kind of action he's contemplating.
Read the story34 minDo Republican Voters Secretly Love Obamacare?
In Congress, Republicans have voted to repeal Obamacare no less than 40 times. But what about Republican voters when they're asked about specific provisions? At town hall meetings in conservative districts during the current congressional recess, Obama care is Public Enemy Number One.
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