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On the recordJuly 29, 2009
It would be unwise to tie the President's hands in legislation when it is impossible to know how the situation will develop in the coming months.
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Joe Lieberman
Independent · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Lieberman advises against restricting presidential flexibility in dealing with Iran.

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