Political Quotes

“it is worth considering the headlines regarding Iraq in the last week. From United Press International: ``U.S. Plans Massive Invasion of Iraq.'' From Associated Press: ``U.S. Says Iraq Would Target Troops.'' From United Press: ``According to officials who spoke to UPI, three dates are being discussed as possible times to launch the attack. The first would be before the November elections.'' And from Associated Press: ``U.S. worries Iraq's chemical, biological weapons would target invading American troops in Israel.'' There has been discussion of a quarter of a million of our men and women being sent to Iraq. The discussion is in the media, it is not on the floor of this House. The New York Times editorial says as follows: ``Congressional leaders, including top Democrats, have rushed to voice approval for the popular notion of getting rid of Mr. Hussein. They have not, however, lived up to their responsibility for demanding a full public disclosure about how to pursue this attractive goal with maximum chances of success and minimum risk to American forces' interest and alliances. Discussion of these issues is possible without giving away legitimate military secrets.'' War with Iraq, if it comes, is still many months away. What is urgently needed now is informed and serious debate, and attention to article I, section 8 of the Constitution, which requires Congress has a role.”