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Originally Posted by Cimarron29414
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As rb agreed, it was the President's responsibility to explain to us why US bombs had to be used. Weeks ago, the US moved warships to the region? Why? Why couldnt Britian and France? If there is a good reason, I want to hear it, and I'll accept it. Since that explanation is not forthcoming, I can only assume there isn't one - and frankly, I deserve one.
As for your taxes conversation, I'll avoid it. It's not the right place. I agree it is not a vacuum.
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As rb noted and I thought Obama explained, the US was best equipped in the region to respond in the timely manner necessary.
I would also note that the Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Greece, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Turkey (the only Arab member of NATO) and the UK, along with the US (not in the lead role) are enforcing the naval arms embargo.
http://www.nato.int/nato_static/asse...-factsheet.pdf