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On the recordSeptember 12, 2013
I think our position has been quite weak and the threat of using military force against Assad with resistance coming, strong resistance from the big core of this country and from Congress makes it difficult for the president.

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William Cohen comments on the challenges President Obama faces regarding military action in Syria.

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