Joseph Lieberman actually said...

If Iranian officials are unwilling to sit down at the table and negotiate, then Congress is prepared to authorize what Secretary of State Clinton has referred to as 'crippling' economic sanctions.

Context

Lieberman warns of potential severe sanctions if Iran does not engage in negotiations.

07/29/2009

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