Joseph Lieberman actually said...

I agree that the time has come for the United States and others to threaten much tougher sanctions on the Iranian regime.

If this regime were to acquire nuclear weapons, it could spark a dangerous arms race in the Middle East.

I believe this Committee can provide much needed help, and that S. 908 is an important and useful way to move forward.

This is a part of the world where it is hard to find friends, and this is a deep, deep friend.