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Originally Posted by UKking
But does this nicey-nice chit-chat transition to a direct benefit when trying to, for instance, broker an agreement with Pakistan to allow US forces to pursue objectives within their territory?
That remains to be seen....
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I think this is where McCain/Palin have their main advantage. McCain can "talk", but wouldn't hesitate to apply financial or military leverage when appropriate. I think Palin has these qualities as well.
I'm afraid Obama will want to "dialog" all the "nuances", then over-react when faced with actions that were promised not to happen... (ex: Iran saying they're not developing nuclear weapons while they really are, then using them). Then he'd get all LBJ on their asses and proliferate a larger conflict.
I have a feeling Palin would be more the type to smack them around, then give them a cookie with a glass of milk to help stop the shaking... only when appropriate, of course.
