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Only conservatives and centrists can stop the war with Syria

¨Some 140 members of Congress have signed a letter circulated by Republican Rep. Scott Rigell of Virginia telling President Obama that he must seek authorization for any intervention in Syria. ....119 Republicans ...signed it ....Democratic Rep. Barbara Lee of California and 53 other Democrats sent their own letter to Obama regarding intervention in Syria.

¨While the ongoing human rights violations and continued loss of life are horrific, they should not draw us into an unwise war—especially without adhering to our own constitutional requirements. We strongly support the work of the United Nations Security Council to build international consensus condemning the alleged use of chemical weapons and preparing appropriate response; we should also allow the U.N. inspectors the space and time necessary to do their jobs, which are so crucial to ensuring accountability.¨¨
[excerpt from Rep. Lee letter]

Daily Kos: Rep. Barbara Lee and 53 other Democrats sign letter to Obama urging debate on Syria
 
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