Jimmy Carter: “I know I speak on behalf of the American people in expressing outrage at the senseless death of Judge Wood.”

I think that sends a clear signal to Maliki that we won't be there indefinitely and my hope is that they'll be a commitment by the world community including the controversial nations of Syria and Iran.

An overwhelming portion of the intensely demonstrated animosity towards President Barack Obama is based on the fact that he is a black man.

But among those who believe the case should be re-opened are politicians who don't always agree with each other, ranging from former president, Jimmy Carter to conservative former Georgia congressman, Bob Barr.

This is a very wise and very courageous thing for President Obama to do. And in my opinion, is long overdue.