Bill Keating

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Bill Keating is an American politician currently serving as the U.S. Representative for Massachusetts's 9th congressional district, a position he has held since January 3, 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, Keating has focused on issues such as national security, veterans' affairs, and economic development throughout his tenure. He has been an advocate for policies aimed at supporting local businesses and improving infrastructure in his district.

Jun 18, 2019

The Secretary said just 2 months ago that that is on the table; that that could be used absent action from Congress.

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Jun 18, 2019

I believe that President Trump believes that Iran is an adversary that does not respect weakness, they only respect strength.

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Jun 18, 2019

The President does not want to go to war with Iran.

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Jun 18, 2019

That is it. That as far as we have taken this and no farther.

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Jun 18, 2019

I can make the argument that Russia was more pivotal than any country in turning the tide there and more responsible than any country other than Assad himself.

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Jun 18, 2019

Wasn't it true that Iran was conforming to the agreement? I have heard no countries say that they were not conforming to the nuclear agreement, abiding by it.

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Jun 18, 2019

If you do not have policies you can go into lanes that go nowhere.

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Jun 18, 2019

This is no question, is no way at all to excuse their hostile activities, inexcusable activities.

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Jun 18, 2019

I do not see a connection at all.

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Jun 18, 2019

I think you have to go to Congress to act in any kind of kinetic actions with Iran, absent our instant self-defense.