MWM's Blogtag:www.talkingpointsmemo.com,2008:/talk/blogs/mwm//17992008-06-21T04:53:56ZMovable Type Pro 4.21-enThe New March to Wartag:tpmcafe.talkingpointsmemo.com,2008:/talk//17.2010812008-06-21T04:53:56Z2008-06-21T04:53:56ZA resolution has been introduced in the House of Representatives calling for a naval blockade of Iran. The resolution (H.CON.RES 362) has gained at least 169 co-sponsors over the last 3 weeks. It demands that the President impose "stringent inspection...MWM This resolution is a unilateral
measure acting outside of the established international efforts to
contain Iran's nuclear ambitions. It undercuts the effectiveness of
those international efforts at a time when we can least afford to show
less than a united front. In addition, a naval blockade is
internationally recognized as an act of war. Such a blockade would
leave Iran little choice but to attack, leading to a third war for the
United States.
We must work within the international framework
to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. If war is necessary,
then we will need the support of the international community.
Call your congressman and your Senators, and tell them to oppose these resolutions!
To view the House Resolution, click here. To view the Senate Resolution, click here.]]>