Barack Obama actually said...

While I believe I have the authority to carry out this military action without specific congressional authorization, I know that the country will be stronger and our actions will be even more effective if the strike is authorized by Congress.

Context

Obama's acknowledgment of the importance of congressional authorization for military action.

08/30/2013

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