It is said that no deal is better than a bad deal. That looks good on a political bumper sticker. I think our choice is between a bad deal, perhaps a very bad deal, and a very bad and intractable situation.
Brad Sherman
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Brad Sherman is an American politician serving as a member of the United States House of Representatives from California's 30th congressional district since 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, Sherman has focused on various issues including financial regulation, foreign policy, and technology. He has been an advocate for consumer protection and has worked on legislation related to economic stability and national security. Throughout his tenure, he has participated in numerous congressional committees and has been involved in significant legislative efforts.
I should point out, however, that the Iranian-led alliance of Assad, Iran, the Houthi, Hezbollah, has killed far more Americans and is far more dangerous in the future than even those who have made these gruesome videos or who attacked us…
I never bring up oil. Oil is not--in sense of oil production, but I just ask them what is on their mind.
Environmentalists have not focused on the tremendous harm to the environment of wars in the Middle East.
the President has total power to do just about everything he wants against not only al-Qaeda, but organizations once affiliated with al-Qaeda.
the President has total power to deploy our forces outside combat areas for training.
I would point out that while there may be some 'angels dancing on a head of a pin' theoretical reason for what they are doing...
When you read the United States Constitution you will see that when it comes to economic sanctions and international economics, all the power is vested in Congress.
The executive branch under the Bush administration refused to enforce sanctions and violated American statutes for the benefit of Iran for 8 continuous years.





