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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congress.govIt 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.
Lieberman advises against restricting presidential flexibility in dealing with Iran.
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